Genesis: Week 40

Sunday, March 2nd, 2025

Please Read

  • Genesis 26:1-5

Main Idea: When God’s covenant seems promising, God’s commandment seems pleasing

What does this passage teach us historically?

  • Chiastic structure with verses 1 and 5 matching, verses 2-3 and 4 matching with the oath to Abraham in verse 3 being the center of the passage.

  • God establishes a pattern with Abraham as his promises are transferred through his offspring.

  • Isaac receives the blessing of God.

What does this passage teach us theologically?

  • God transfers his promises to Isaac

What does this passage teach us practically?

  • When I am _____ and ready to sin to feel _____ I will stop looking for help in the wrong places and look to Christ and live.

Questions For Greater Discussion

  • Please read Joshua 1:1-9. What are some ways that Joshua picks up the promises given to Moses from God? How does that relate to Abraham’s promises passing on to Isaac?

  • How do obedience and delight coincide in our relationship with God? Please read Psalm 37:3-4 to reflect on this.

  • “Do not go down to Egypt.” Egypt is a place of slavery and wickedness. What is the Egypt in your life you should avoid and need God to redeem you from?

  • Dan talked about a season or place of famine and restlessness. What are some ways you are feeling restlessness and tempted to seek help or relief in places you shouldn’t?

  • What does it look like for you to stand in God’s promises and not stray into Egypt and oppression?

  • Please read Psalm 16:11. What are some ways you need to refocus your attention to delight in the pleasures of God?

Pray and close it out!!