From Genesis 46-47 Jacob is on his way to Egypt to be reunited with his long lost son Joseph. Its a significant event in his life and marks a new era for his family. A [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 41-42 Pharaoh has a couple of dreams and he does not know what they mean. Dreams held supernatural significance in ancient near eastern cultures. So he sends out for people who may interpret [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 35-37 In today’s passage God reaffirms Jacob’s name change and his promises of offspring and land. The significance of names is important in Hebrew culture. Israel means ‘strives with God’. This post is [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 30-31 Today’s passage tells the story of two shepherds in competition. We will find out the LORD is with Jacob, he blesses him with large flocks. This post is part of my bible [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 25-26 In today’s post Abraham dies and we see what happens to his surrounding family. After Abraham died God blessed Isaac his son. What is are the blessings of God? Through Genesis God has [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 19-21 Two angels come to Sodom in the evening. They are on a mission. They are to save all the righteous from the doomed city. When Lot finds out he urges his sons [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 12-15 There is a famine. Egypt is the only place with food around. Abram has to go to Egypt to get food. But Abram fears what they will do to him when they see [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 4-7 Abel and Cain give offerings to the LORD. The Lord has regard for Abel and his offering only and soon later Cain murders his brother. A dialog with the LORD ensues, ending [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 22-24 In today’s passage the LORD gives an extraordinarily difficult command, which seems to contradict his promises. Abraham is commanded by the LORD to sacrifice his son Isaac. How would you feel if you [ Read More … ]
From Genesis 48-50 God’s blessings often come to the people we least expect them to. In today’s passage Israel blesses Joseph’s two sons. Israel does something quite unexpected. So also we learn those who enter [ Read More … ]