Lessons from the Marriage of Isaac and Rebecca: Genesis 24:1-67
Abraham initiates the marriage process for Isaac, highlighting the importance of seeking a godly marriage, avoiding ungodly relationships, and following the appropriate process for Christian marriage as outlined in Genesis 24. The story teaches about faith, trust in God, and the significance of marital decisions for mature individuals.
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Isaac Marries Rebecca Youth Search the Scriptures Lesson 15 Text: Genesis 24:1-67 Memory Verse: Genesis 24:67
Genesis 24:67 Memory Verse And Isaac brought her into his mother Sarah's tent, and took Rebekah, and she became his wife; and he loved her: and Isaac was comforted after his mother's death.
Introduction Genesis 24: 1-67 In this chapter, Abraham initiated the marriage process for Isaac He was concerned about the future of Isaac He commissioned his servant Eleazar for the task He had confidence in God to provide a wife for Isaac Eleazar, tasked with the assignment, had communion with: God on the task and with Rebecca and her family
Abrahams Passion For Isaacs Marriage Genesis 24:1-9,22-24; Jeremiah 29:11-13, 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Abraham wanted a godly marriage for his matured son Isaac Marriage is for physically, spiritually, emotionally and financially matured people Marriage is not for boys and girls Marriage is God s idea (Genesis 2:18) and He has a plan for you (Jeremiah 29:11) Christian youths must avoid ungodly relationships like dating and engaging in boy friends and girl friends
Abrahams Passion For Isaacs Marriage Genesis 24:1-9,22-24; Jeremiah 29:11-13, 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Abraham wanted a godly marriage for his mature son Isaac A ready and mature Christian should not marry a sinner ( 2Cor 6: 14; Hebrew 13: 4) Although Abraham asked his servant to swear, new testament believers do not swear (Matthew 5:34-37) Youths who are not born again need to repent and give their lives to Jesus to enjoy a future godly home
Appropriate Process For Christian Marriage Genesis 24:10-14, 21-60, Hebrews 13:4, Proverbs 19:14 1. Prevailing prayers of the believer 2. Protocol of the church 3. Proposal of marriage God 6. Paying bride price and marriage ceremony 4. Parental consent 5. Planning during courtship
Appropriate Process For Christian Marriage Genesis 24:10-14, 21-60, Hebrews 13:4, Proverbs 19:14 Some of the ways God speaks to His Children 1. Inner witness of the Spirit and peace of mind 2. Divine restraint by the Holy Spirit 3. Divinely- ordered circumstances God 5. Divine impression of God s word 6. Pure and strong feeling of love not lust 4. Dreams and visions
Acceptable Portrait For Christian Youth Genesis 24:15-20, 61-67, Proverbs 31:10-31; 18-22 In today s topic, we have learnt the followings: The importance of godliness for intending couples The power of prayer as demonstrated by Eleazar. Youths must be prayerful to succeed in life Rebekah s obedience to help her parents connected her to Eleazar. Disobedience leads to missed opportunities Rebekah was chaste and a virgin. Chastity is a virtue we must all cherish Christian youths should be humble, hospitable and helpful like Rebekah
Acceptable Portrait For Christian Youth Genesis 24:15-20, 61-67, Proverbs 31:10-31; 18-22 We must, however, exercise caution when interacting with strangers in our world today May God give us happy, godly homes in Jesus name
1. In these contemporary times, who should dictate the choice of marriage? 2. Highlight different areas in which maturity is required before going into marriage? 3. In what areas should Christian youths avoid unequal yoke with unbelievers? Questions 4. Does God still speak/lead His children today in area of marriage? Mention ways through which God speaks to His children today 5. Mention and explain the virtues which a youth must develop and possess in preparation for a successful future marriage
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