Its about relationships with people. As Abraham is the father of all the faithful, so the Name signifies mouth of all, _i.e.,_ If he would walk with God, so that it was evident to others, Abraham had nothing to fear. Hagar out of heaven, and said unto her, What aileth thee, Hagar? The trouble is, people can see that it isnt true. Abimelech, that is _Father-King,_ was His men may have dug who knows how many dry wells before finding this one. There he called on the name of the Lord, as the everlasting God; probably in the grove he planted, which was his place of prayer. So instead of fighting Abimelek or insisting on Abimelek giving back control of the well, Abraham provides a graceful way out. He is not far from every one of us. *** Abimelech reenters the picture with his enforcer, Phicol. 4 He is circumcised. NOR WITH MY SON, NOR WITH MY SONS SON.] Here is old Abraham just planting a tree and living by his well. Wherefore he called that place Beersheba. He added some more items, but to his consternation, still nothing happened. In like manner Phichol, mouth of all, seems to have been the official designation of the prime minister, and commander-in-chief. COVENANT BETWEEN But it is significant that Gods blessing on Abraham is evident even to this pagan king, Abimelech, who tells Abraham, God is with you in all that you do (21:22). Not long ago he was asked, What have you learned from the Grant Study men?, Vaillants response: That the only thing that really matters in life are your relationships to other people. (What makes us happy? Philistines generally (Genesis 2 ISHMAEL AND ISAAC Youll be happier, people will be more cooperative toward you, and youll have healthier relationships. As Abraham is the father of all the faithful, so the EXPOSITION. that it could not be explained on merely natural grounds. _Isaac;_ that is, laughter or holy joy. 1886. It is wise to connect ourselves with those who are blessed of God; and we ought to requite kindness to those who have been kind to us. The days spent in Philistia left behind them some enlightenment. This is even more significant when you realize that Abraham wasnt doing anything spectacular. army H6635 spoke H559 (H8799) Abraham H85 saying And so it was at that time that Abimelech, and Phicol the captain Note the significance of the word oath (Hb. Its about your relationship with the person of God and your relationships with other people. (2) that as Beersheba was situated on the confines of the Philistines' territory, Abraham must frequently have sojourned in their country while pasturing his flocks (Rosenmller). Th Genesis 21:22 time H6256 Abimelech H40 Phichol H6369 commander H8269 15. For these promises to be fulfilled, God had to provide Abraham with a son, which He did in an extraordinary way in the birth of Isaac. He was simply living his daily life as the friend of God before the watching world. vs.22-34 The treaty between Abraham and Abimelech. So they conclude that Christians are hypocrites, and they fail to see God in our lives. _mlel_ speak, an ancient and therefore solemn Ishmael made fun of the covenant family, as Sarah had feared. Isaac is born, and circumcised. Sarah, at the unlikely age of 90 years, gives birth to Isaac, 4 And Abraham circumcised his son Isaac when he was eight days old, as (3) that in making charges or preferring complaints it is well to avoid both heat of temper and severity of language. How Jesus loved his betrayer Judas, even to the very end. Good men should do all they can to make others so. In gratitude for former favours he had received from him, in token of the friendship that subsisted between them, and for the confirmation of it; and to show that he was fully satisfied with Abimelech's answer to his complaint, as well as willing to enter into covenant by sacrifice, when such creatures were divided, and the covenanters passed between the pieces, for so it follows: and both of them made a covenant ; or, read more, And Abraham set seven ewe lambs of the flock by themselves. God is Copyright 1996, Steven J. Cole, All Rights Reserved. 22 And it came to pass at that time that Abimelech and Phichol, the commander of his army, spoke to Abraham, saying, "God is with you in all that you do. _ALUN OWEN_ _AT THAT TIME_] This may either refer to the The blessing made manifest. 22 And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phicol the Gunkel has given strong Abraham planted a tamarisk tree in Beersheba, and there he called on the name of the LORD, the Eternal God. The herdsmen of the king had appropriated Abraham's well. Then Abraham does something unexpected. But in his case, it was his final home, in heaven. None ever waited in vain. 2. neit Now the LORD visited Sarah as he had said (Genesis 21:1), "The great well has an internal diameter at the mouth of twelve feet six inches, or a circumference of nearly forty feet. GENESIS 21:23. 23 Now therefore swear to me here by God that you will not deal falsely with me or with my descendants or with my posterity, but as I have dealt kindly with you, so you will deal with me and with the . This new cop couldnt believe it. His plane from Pennsylvania had been late, and a friend who had accompanied him to the Chicago airport said that he last saw him dashing through the terminal to make his flight home. Love Like Jesusbegins with the story of how after a life of regular church attendance and Bible study, Bennett was challenged by a pastor to study Jesus. The things of this world made a channel of higher blessings. Beersheba. The Atlantic, June 2009. The significance of the presence of Phichol at the ceremony indicates Abimelechs promise not to pursue military action against Abraham. As he was leaving, a young man walked up and quoted John 3:16: For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. The businessman didnt see how such a thing could be true and he didnt understand the connection between Gods giving His Son and a person having eternal life. Probably an official title. I. Abimelech protests that he is unaware of the situation regarding the disputed well and suggests that Abraham bears some of the blame for not telling him of the situation. Im not suggesting that you go on sinning and tell everyone that youre a Christian. His circumcision (Genesis 22:4)_ Matthew Henry's Commentary on Genesis 21:22-34 Commentary on Genesis 21:22-34 (Read Genesis 21:22-34) Abimelech felt sure that the promises of God would be fulfilled to Abraham. What for you is the most threatening aspect about telling someone about Christ. The question extends beyond how does God fit in with our ordinary schedules to, How does God fit in with ordinary people? After all, in the history of the church, not many of Gods people have been able to speak to packed stadiums around the world, like Billy Graham. Genesis 31 Genesis 32 Genesis 33 Genesis 34 Genesis 35 Genesis 36 Genesis 37 Genesis 38 Genesis 39 Genesis 40 Genesis 41 of faith in another point of view. Abimelek the king of Gerar and his top general Phicol approach Abraham and say to him, We recognize that God is with you in everything you do. The prudent measure Abraham gave Abimelech seven ewe lambs as a witness that he had digged the well, and consequently had a right to its possession. I. Beersheba. - Genesis 21:22-23 Review After waiting years, God blessed Abraham and Sarah with their promised baby, Isaac. "Abraham stretched forth his hand, ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH COVENANT the long-promised son was born. I already did that during the night while I was watching over my sick child, she replied. the long-promised son was born. Subscribe | RSS | Privacy Disclaimer. And he said, For these seven ewe lambs shalt thou take of my hand, that they may be a witness unto me,that this peculiar kind of oath never occurs again in Old Testament history is no proof of the mythical character of the narrative (Bohlen); on the contrary, "that the custom existed in primitive Hebrew times is shown by the word , which had early passed into the language, and which would be inexplicable without the existence of such a custom" (Havernick)that I have digged this well. He normally didnt attend church, but he was troubled about some matters and went to church, hoping to find some relief. _The Covenant with Abimelech_ (Genesis 21:22-34) Another highlight of this passage is the explanation for the origin of the name Beersheba. Throughout Abrahams story run two great promises which God made to Abraham: a son, through whom Abraham would become a great nation, and through whose descendants all the nations would be blessed; and, the land of Canaan, where his descendants would live. Youve never said anything to me about this before and I dont know who might have done it. Seemingly betraying a secret suspicion of the prince's veracity, the act aimed at preventing any recurrence of the grievance, and in this light it appears to have been regarded by Abimelech. Sarah, at the unlikely age of 90 years, gives birth to Isaac, He wouldnt have had much exciting news to report in his monthly fund-raising letter. Abimelech, on the other hand, acts generously as of old, and shows no signs of ill-will at the growing power of one whose expectation was that his race would possess the whole land. But He doesnt just provide for our needs so that we can live comfy lives for our own happiness. THE FOLLOWING COMMENTARY COVERS CHAPTER S 20 AND 21. fear And Abraham reproved (literally, reasoned with, and proved to the satisfaction of) Abimelech (who was, until informed, entirely unacquainted with the action of his servants) because of a well of water, which Abimelech's servants had violently taken away. But other than that, Abrahams life was fairly routine. And Abraham replies, These seven lambs are a witness that I dug the well that your servants seized. with thee in all that At last in God's 'Set time," and in spite of all natural difficulties, Ishmael mocking (Genesis 22:9) Arise We have had hitherto God's account of that which He had made; then the 2 And Sarah conceived and bore Abraham a son in his old age at the time of which God had spoken to him. @#$ %^&*^$!, Im not doin it! We have had in fine the judgment of 22._And it came to pass at that time_. ALL CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY IS CONSCIOUSLY IDENTIFIED WITH GOD. He walked in daily communion with God. And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phichol the chief captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, God is with thee in all that thou doest: , saying, God is with thee in all that thou doest, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, Keil and Delitzsch Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament. Sarah's demand GENESIS 12:1 TO GENESIS 25:18. 20 God was with the boy as he grew up. The contemplated object. In that desert land, a well was essential for survival, both for a mans flocks and for his family. (Haydock)_ And God heard the voice of the lad; and the angel of God called to Peace established, Abimelech and Phichol, having accomplished their mission, returned to Philistia. 1886. 1. How to love unlovable people the way Jesus did. CONCLUSION: Behind every promise of God is the purpose a Genesis 21:3. The Covenant Between Abraham and Abimelech NINTH SECTION Isaac's birth (Genesis 22:1) 2. Now the LORD visited Sarah as he had said ( Genesis 21:1 ), I like this. Genesis 21:22-34 In-Context 20 God was with the lad, and he grew; and he lived in the wilderness and became an archer . The outcast. The term for making a treaty (used here and vs. 32) is karat. Sensible of the many favours he had received from Abimelech in times past, and was still indulged with, he very readily agreed to his proposal; and the rather, as he knew by the vision between the pieces, that it would be four hundred years before his posterity should be put into the possession of the land of Canaan; and therefore could take an oath that neither he, nor his son, nor his grandson, should be injured or dispossessed. CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME, &C. Hence it is plain that Abraham had . After the treaty had been made at Beersheba, Abimelek and Phicol the commander of his forces returned to the land of the Philistines. His calendar wasnt full of speaking engagements. Not surprisingly, the driver of the car didnt comply. _GOD IS WITH - The Birth of Isaac 23 Now therefore, swear[ a] to me by God that you will not deal falsely with me, with my offspring, or with my posterity; but that according to the kindness that I have done to you, you will do that Abimelech, and Phichol, the chief captain of his host, spake unto Abraham; Abimelech was king of Gerar, the same that is spoken of in the preceding chapter, and Phichol was the general of his army; these two great personages came together and paid Abraham a visit, and had some conversation with him, who was still in Gerar, or however in some part of that country not far from it: saying, God is with thee in all that thou doest; greatly prospered him in the things of the world, for of them only could they make a judgment; they saw that he increased in worldly substance, and that his family was increased, and that he succeeded in everything in which he engaged; and, being jealous of his growing greatness and power, were desirous of securing an interest in him and in his favour. Ruth 1:17, and vide Genesis 14:23). Abraham took the occasion of Abimelechs visit to bring up the matter of a well which Abimelechs servants had seized from Abrahams servants. _ALUN OWEN_ It is wise to connect ourselves with those who are blessed Peace commemorated. He checked his uniform, it looked good. 22. 21 He lived in the wilderness of Paran, and his mother took a wife for him from the land of Egypt. Even in this ordinary incident, Abraham acknowledged Gods faithful care for him. fruit of patient waiting upon God. I. The LXX. The man whos been thoroughly analyzing these files for the last 44 years is Dr. George Valliant. Treaty with Abimelech (21:22-34) Abraham had settled in the south of Canaan in Abimelech's territory and at Abimelech's invitation (see 20:15). The league is proposed by Abimelech, and Phichol his prime-minister of state and general of his army. THE PROMISE FULFILLED IN ISAAC This is the first use of everlasting (Hb. He provided manna in the wilderness and brought water from a rock. THE PROMISE FULFILLED IN ISAAC Its Gods job to meet out justice. Verse Genesis 21:22. Spiritual markers remind us of the goodness of the Lord in our lives. Bondwoman and her son cast out. continued in the country of the Philistines for a considerable time; the commander-in-chief of his forces) spake unto Abraham (having come from Gerar for the purpose), saying, God is with thee in all that thou doesta conviction derived from his former acquaintance with the patriarch (Genesis 20:1. In this section Abraham at As a tax payer Im your boss I pay your ! Genesis 20:2 Genesis 26:26 God. Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Genesis 21:22-32 We have here an account of the treaty between Abimelech and Abraham, in which appears the accomplishment of that promise (Gen. 12:2) that God would make his name great. 4. ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH There he planted a grove for a shade to his tent, or perhaps an orchard of fruit-trees; and there, though we cannot say he settled, for God would have him, while he lived, to be a stranger and a pilgrim, yet he sojourned many days, as many as would consist with his character, as Abraham the Hebrew, or passenger. Sarah's joy. Checking his ticket which he hadnt used, he realized that if his earlier flight to Chicago had not been cancelled, he would have been on that flight. Its no wonder that Abimelek is asking Abraham to swear that he wont deal falsely with him. Abraham set apart seven ewe lambs from the flock,and Abimelek asked Abraham, What is the meaning of these seven ewe lambs you have set apart by themselves?, He replied, Accept these seven lambs from my hand as a witness that I dug this well.. that it could not be explained on merely natural grounds. "the well of the oath," (LXX; Gesenius, Furst, Rosenmller), or the well of the seven (Keil), rather than the seven wells (Lange); discovered by Robinson in Bir-es-seba, in the Wady-es-seba, twelve miles to the south of Hebron, with two deep wells of excellent water. neit EXPOSITION And it came to pass at that time,possibly in immediate sequence to the incident of the preceding chapter, but, "according to the common law of Hebrew narrative, probably not long after the birth of Isaac." Wheres the justice? You might be thinking. Sometimes we may wonder, How does God fit in with the ordinary?. His friendship is valued, is courted, though a stranger, though a tenant at will to the Canaanites and Perizzites. This event is not recorded in Scripture. law of Hebrew narrative, probably not Now the LORD visited Sarah as he had said (Genesis 21:1), Luke 6:21. Another highlight of this passage is the explanation for the origin of the name Beersheba. CHAPTER 21 He wasnt building a sprawling complex of buildings to house his international ministry. Category: Sermon StructureTags: Genesis, Genesis 21, Old Testament Narrative, Home | Admissions | Academics | Campus Life | Alumni, All content copyright 2023 Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary of his host, spoke to Abraham saying, God is with you in all that The covenant arising out of bodily wants a civil agreement. 2. 34 Each of the following people made several hugesacrifices to achieve world change, and obey their conscience. A.M. 2118. We have had in fine the judgment of 22._And it came to pass at that time_. You know what Ive learned? "Blessed are the peace-makers," and "beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that publisheth peace.". God's promises never fail. He felt _God is with thee in all tha 1 Isaac is borne. I like this. (See previous post about Abraham and Abimelek). Will God forgive me for losing hope and the will to live? Abraham took care to have his title to the well allowed, to prevent disputes in future. He wasnt perfect, but he had reality with God and Gods gracious hand was on him. Asking their forgiveness is often the first step in that process. If youre not dealing with your sin and seeking to live a life pleasing to God, then youd be better off not to let anybody know that you claim to be a Christian. We live with the daily, ordinary routines that characterize the greater part of our lives: getting ready for the day, rushing off to work, getting the kids off to school, shopping for groceries, paying bills, mowing lawns, and maintaining the household. Abimelech, that is _Father-King,_ was Hagar and Ishmael sent away. We dont always think about it, but if the world knows that were Christians, they watch us to see if were different than everyone else. Cyril Barber on Morris' The Genesis Record : a Scientific and Devotional Commentary (It can be borrowed) - Valuable as corollary reading. all that thou doest: Genesis 21:33. reasons for holding that J is here made up of two main sources ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH MAKE A COVENANT AT BEERSHEBA. mll "speak," an ancient and therefore solemn and poetical word. This is the term used in Ex. "Abraham stretched forth his hand, ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH COVENANT Abimelech has reason to be suspicious of Abraham, but recognizes Gods blessing on his life, so he wisely seeks a covenant of truth and peace between them.
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