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Bible Stories to Share with Your Children: Abraham’s Sacrifice

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One of the most difficult times in the life of Abraham is found in Genesis 22:1-19. Here the Lord asks Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, his only son through Sarah: the son in whom the promise of Genesis 12:2-3 was to come. This account from Abraham’s life shows an amazing faith in the Lord which should be an example to all. Key Lessons Abraham had his priorities in the right place. Although Abraham’s family was very important to him, the Lord was the focus and first priority in his life. It is vital that the Lord is first in our lives. … Continue reading →

Bible Stories to Share with Your Children: The Births of Ishmael and Isaac

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This blog is a continuation in the story of Abraham’s (Abram’s) life. The stories of the births of Isaac and Ishmael can be found in Genesis 16:1 through 17:27 and Genesis 21:1 through 21:8. There are many lessons to be learned from the births of these two sons of Abraham. Key Lessons God can do what man deems impossible. Abraham and Sarah thought it was impossible for Sarah to have children. However, Isaac was born to Abraham when he was one hundred years old. In fact in Genesis 18:11 the Bible says that, “The way of women had ceased to … Continue reading →

Five Reasons to Study the Old Testament

Generally, if someone believes in God they will read and study the New Testament. Yet for some reason many people who believe in God do not have the same desire to study the Old Testament. Sadly, I have often heard people say it is not important to study the Old Testament. Even worse, I have heard people say that the Old Testament is just filled with legends and the stories simply are not true. I have even heard of people who believe in God make those types of remarks about the Old Testament. It IS important to study the Old … Continue reading →