"Be careful not to make a treaty with those who live in the land where you are going, or they will be a snare among you." Exodus 34:12 God is working on bringing the Israelites into the new land of Canaan. He says He will drive out all of the other nations in that land... Continue Reading →
Genesis 41:16 God Warns Even The Lost
"I cannot do it," Joseph replied to Pharaoh, "but God will give Pharaoh the answer he desires." Genesis 41:16 Joseph had been thrown into prison for something he did not do. While there God was with him and gave him great favor with the guards. Later God gives him the interpretation of the dreams of... Continue Reading →
Genesis 39:9 A Bold Stand Against Sinning
"No one is greater in this house than I am. My master has withheld nothing from me except you, because you are his wife. How then could I do such a wicked thing and sin against God?" Genesis 39:9 Joseph had become a slave to Potiphar. While working there as a slave, Potiphar noticed how... Continue Reading →
Genesis 35:7 Creating Reminders
"There he built an altar, and he called the place El Bethel, because it was there that God revealed himself to him when he was fleeing from his brother." Genesis 35:7 When Jacob found out his brother Esau was going to be meeting him, he was scared. He had deceived Esau of his birthright and... Continue Reading →
Genesis 29:25 Deceive And Be Deceived
When morning came, there was Leah! So Jacob said to Laban, What is this you have done to me? I served you for Rachel, didn't I? Why have you deceived me?" Genesis 29:25 Jacob had been working for his uncle Laban. At one point Laban said he needed to offer something to Jacob for his... Continue Reading →
