Genesis
This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of Genesis. Genesis is the first book in the Bible for both Christians and Jews. It is a book of origins, describing the beginning of the creation, of humanity, of sin, and the national origins of Israel.
In the Beginning, God – Genesis 1:1
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In the beginning, God. Before anything else existed, there was God. He is before all things, creator and upholder of all things.
Is God Holding Out on Me? – Genesis 3:6
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Is God holding out on me? Would my life be better if I did what appealed to me rather than obey God? Or is God's way always the best for me?
Sin Is Crouching at the Door – Genesis 4:7
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God told Cain that sin was crouching at the door, but he must rule over it. And that is just as true for us. Don't let sin rule in your life.
Calling On the Name of the Lord – Genesis 13:4
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To call on the name of the Lord is, at least in part, to declare your allegiance and commitment to him. It is to be known by his name.
Pitching Your Tent – Genesis 13:18
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Where have you pitched your tent, and put down roots? Are you where God wants you to be? If so, you can expect blessings you would otherwise miss.
Abram Believed the Lord – Genesis 15:6
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Abraham had every reason in the world to doubt what God had promised him. But he believed, and God counted that belief as righteousness.
Abraham and Hagar – Genesis 16:1-4
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The Bible was written by a culture very different than ours. And we need to be careful to recognize that difference as we read it today.
The Sacrifice of Isaac – Genesis 22:9-12
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God called on Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, the one he treasured most. And Abraham did. Am I willing to sacrifice what is most valuable to me?
As the Lord Has Directed – Genesis 24:50-51
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Rebecca's family recognized the Lord directing the servant to them. And they submitted to his leading. Do I recognize and submit to his leading?
The Danger In Running Ahead of God – Genesis 27:5-10
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God calls us to follow and to serve him. But often we find ourselves running ahead of God rather than following. And that is never good.
Blessed Because of Joseph – Genesis 39:5
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Does God bless faithfulness? I believe he does. And the story of Joseph shows that others will also be blessed because of our faithfulness.
Living a Life of Integrity Before God – Genesis 39:9
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As believers in the Lord Jesus, we are called to live a life of integrity. Joseph sets a wonderful example of integrity for us to follow.
