Good men should do all they can to make others so. 9. _chemet_ bottle, akin to _chamah_, (22) ABIMELECH AND PHICHOL. with thee in all that At last in God's 'Set time," and in spite of all natural difficulties, Even so, as believers, we know that every second of our lives is under the watchful care of the heavenly Father. V2 So Sarah became *pregnant. 17 The Angel comforteth her. 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 1. L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 26:1-35. 22 Abimelechs couenant with Abraham at Beer-sheba. Specific examples of how Jesus communicated Gods love to others. Abraham gets his well back. Abraham planted a tamarisk tree in Beersheba, and there he called upon the name of the LORD, the Eternal God. I. This Thirsty World. How Jesus guarded his heart by taking care of himselfhe even nappedand why you should do the same. all-commanding. GENESIS He felt favourite of God, chap. The neighborhood of Beersheba, the revelation of Jehovah, the little company of believers. Abraham, the one who took his army of 318 men and rescued Lot from the armies of four kings, Abraham goes after the servants of Abimelek and takes them out, right? Give people youre in disagreement with a graceful way out. mll "speak," an ancient and therefore solemn and poetical word. Nor are they called upon to bear what by lawful means they are able to redress. 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. In that case Abraham went down to Egypt, whereas Isaac went only as far as Gerar, in the land of the Philistines, but the same place where we read of Abraham denying his relationship with Sarah. He checked his uniform, it looked good. Are we honest, even in small matters? Fort Worth, Texas. 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. Why? Read Genesis 21:22-34 Ripped Off 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. could sing with Mary, My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spi God is with thee in all that thou doest Read the Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34. captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, God [is] with thee in All rights reserved. It is not necessary to conclude from verse 1 and 2 that Sarah only became pregnant after the episode that is told in the previous chapter. - Genesis 21:22-23 Review After waiting years, God blessed Abraham and Sarah with their promised baby, Isaac. His friendship is valued, is courted, though a stranger, though a tenant at will to the Canaanites and Perizzites. 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."(Murphy)that Abimelechthe king of Gerar (Genesis 20:2; Genesis 26:1, Genesis 26:16)and Phi-cholif the name be Shemitic, "mouth of all," i.e . Sarah's demand GENESIS 12:1 TO GENESIS 25:18. Genesis 21:22 But God revealed to Abimelek the truth that Sarah is Abrahams wife. Plus, if you add the three times shava is used and the three times sheva is used with the use of Beersheba that makes a total of seven times the words are used. 15 Hagar in distresse. Now, without Abrahams initiative or schemes, Abimelech comes and proposes this peace agreement, so that Abraham receives from God what he previously had tried to get through his deceptive scheme. We have had in fine the judgment of 22._And it came to pass at that time_. A godly man is entitled to be careful of his property, to preserve it from damage, protect it from theft, and recover it when stolen or lost. "This scene occurs at the same time as the events of Scene 6 [ Genesis 21:1-21] but focuses on different characters and tensions. Another highlight of this passage is the explanation for the origin of the name Beersheba. ABRAHAM AND ABIMELECH Another wrong thing happens: An imperfect Christian concludes that he had better not say anything about his faith until he gets all his problems solved. He suggested that Abraham and he make a treaty that would guarantee good relations between them (22-24). Isaac is weaned. read more, John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary. You dont need a theological education to bear witness by your walk with God. God also took care of Hagar and Ishmael, remembering His promise to greatly multiply their descendants (see Birth of Isaac ). (1) God fulfills His promise to Abraham and Sarah. Thus Abimelek narrowly averted sinning against the Lord which, the Lord informed him, would have cost him his life. God burned the words into his heart and gave him the faith to believe. We could go on and on recounting the mighty deeds that God has done. When the owner asked how much she could afford, she replied, My husband was killed in the war. His file is sealed until 2040) have receivedregular medical exams, taken psychological tests, returned questionnaires, and sat for interviews for the last 72 years or until they died. Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible - The Birth of Isaac 7. CHIEF CAPTAIN OF HIS HOST SPAKE UNTO ABRAHAM, SAYING, GOD IS WITH THEE Why did she come at exactly the time the mechanism was broken? He sent the plagues on Egypt and parted the Red Sea. I. Here God shows Abraham that not only would the people of the land not take his wife, they wouldnt even take his well. GENESIS 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. His friendship is valued, is courted, though a stranger, though a tenant at will to the Canaanites and Perizzites. But He doesnt just provide for our needs so that we can live comfy lives for our own happiness. all that thou _AND IT CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME, THAT ABIMELECH AND PHICHOL THE ; Psalms 34, tit.). The days spent in Philistia left behind them some enlightenment. I dont have to give you my license and registration., Listen you ! Now the grace of God bears its most important fruit in the history of Of _Abimelech, _ see GENESIS 20:2. And the Lord visited Sarah, as he had said, and the Lord did unto NOR WITH MY SON, NOR WITH MY SONS SON.] 1. A.M. 2118. 6. The birth of Isaac. Wherefore he called that place Beersheba. Abimelech attributes Abrahams success to God. the three main sources, J. E, P are present. CHRISTIAN PROSPERITY The proposal was reasonable, and agreed to [Ge 21:24]. that it could not be explained on merely natural grounds. Sarah who at an earlier point had Abimelech and Phichol. He got down on his knees and wept in gratitude. Thus, while the Lord gave Abraham authority to dwell in this land, his presence was recognized by the king of Gerar. Wells of water are scarce and valuable in eastern countries. 2 And Sarah conceived and bore Abraham a son in his old age at the time of which God had spoken to him. Ver. So why, after he already gave Abimelek flocks of sheep and cattle, did Abraham give him seven lambs as a witness that Abraham dug the well? Abraham didnt fight with Abimeleks servants. In this narrative, Abraham appears as a chieftain powerful enough for a king to wish to make an alliance with him; and thus his abandonment of Sarah, and his receiving of presents in compensation for the wrong done her, seems the more unworthy of him. Genesis 21:1; Genesis 22:1 The impelling motives. I. 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. to Abraham. 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. How much specialized training (if any) do Christians need to be effective witnesses for Christ? not; for God hath heard the voice of the lad where he is. of his host, spoke to Abraham saying, God is with you in all that 22. The oath a testimony to God where reverently made. CAME TO PASS AT THAT TIME, &C. Hence it is plain that Abraham had When we give thanks at the dinner table, we need to be truly thankful, and not just mumbling a ritual prayer before we say, Please pass the potatoes. God faithfully provides for our protection and for our provision. We dont know how much Abimelech knew about the one true God, but he at least knew enough to see clearly that God made a difference in Abrahams life. 23 Now swear to me here before God that you will not deal falsely with me or my children or my descendants. and poetical word. A covenant between the patriarch and the Philistine king. 20 God was with the boy as he grew up. He wasnt traveling all over the globe. Youre not backing us up! all that thou doest: Genesis 21 Commentary Birth of Isaac (21:1-21) When Isaac was born, Abraham circumcised him as commanded. _ALUN OWEN_ ISHMAEL AND ISAAC Genesis 21:1-34 ; Genesis 22:1-24 Abraham had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a freewoman. Here we have accomplished promise the blessed Abraham, having got into a good neighbourhood, knew when he was well off, and continued a great while there. Now therefore swear to me here by God that you will not de Genesis 21 the long-promised son was born. When Abimelech confronted Abraham about things, Abraham was rather uncomplimentary, saying that his reason for deceiving him was that he assumed that there would not be any fear of God among such people (20:11). "'Do not lay a hand on the boy,' he said. 21:22-34 Abimelech felt sure that the promises of God would be fulfilled to Abraham. God's people, though expected meekly to suffer wrong, cannot always help seeing that it is wrong they suffer. None ever waited in vain. Abimelek continued, I have treated you well all this time that youve resided here in my kingdom as a foreigner. (Haydock)_ And God heard the voice of the lad; and the angel of God called to Genesis 20:17 Genesis 26:28 College Press Bible Study Textbook Series, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible, George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary, Introductory Lectures - Commentary by William Kelly, John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible, Kretzmann's Popular Commentary of the Bible, Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures, Leslie M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible, Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible, Matthew Poole's Concise Commentary On The Bible, Notes on the Pentateuch by Charles Henry Mackintosh, Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments, The Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary, Through The Bible C2000 Serie by Chuck Smith. The most comprehensive longitudinal study in history is a research project called the Grant Study. Wells of water are scarce and . No more can be expected from an honest man than that he be ready to do right, as soon as he knows he has done wrong. Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers In seeking to bring about both of these promises, Abraham resorted to human schemes to help God out: with the son, he went in to Hagar and produced Ishmael; with regard to the land, his fears of being wiped out by the inhabitants of the land prompted him to lie about Sarah being his sister, not his wife. Ishmaels expulsion. . Abraham, being now in a good neighbourhood, stayed a great while there. and poetical word. captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, God is with thee in He walked in daily communion with God. 6 Sarahs ioy. 2. There is no reason to question the sincerity of the Philistine monarch in disclaiming all knowledge of the act of robbery committed by his servants. Hagar in distress. He wasnt building a sprawling complex of buildings to house his international ministry. Cyril Barber on Morris' The Genesis Record : a Scientific and Devotional Commentary (It can be borrowed) - Valuable as corollary reading. Abraham called on the name of the everlasting God. CHAPTER 21 has undertakings. As David wrote, all our days were written in Gods book before we even were born (Ps. Most of Gods people have been simple, ordinary folks who are not famous or politically powerful. The Net Pastors Journal, Eng. As Abraham is the father of all the faithful, so the Which things are an allegory.- Galatians 4:22. Jesus taught us to pray each day for our daily bread. Why did the woman have the prayer already written before he asked for it? Its done, these two powerful men have entered into the treaty with one another. Arab Ishmael is the father of all our outcasts. Th Genesis 21:22 time H6256 Abimelech H40 Phichol H6369 commander H8269 All these things are true and wonderful. mercy in Christ the Lord. His life wasnt made up of one spectacular event after another. Abimeleks servants seized the well so Abraham mustered his servants and seized it right back, correct? And Abimelech said, I wet not who hath done this thing. at the time God Himself had 22-34 Abimelech felt sure that the promises of God would be fulfilled So the treaty is solidified. He normally didnt attend church, but he was troubled about some matters and went to church, hoping to find some relief. Peace enjoyed. trial and utter ruin of the creature, with the revelation of divine THE PROMISE FULFILLED IN ISAAC Hes lying! The blessing made manifest. "Blessed are the peace-makers," and "beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that publisheth peace.". Verses 1-34. You, our leader and master, have pulled the rug out from under us! (Haydock)_ And God heard the voice of the lad; and the angel of God called to This new cop couldnt believe it. A Beersheba in a heathen land. And yet he was used in Gods great purpose of blessing the nations through Abrahams seed, the Lord Jesus Christ. V1 The *Lord had promised that he would visit Sarah. you do. a. However, see 26:17-33, where Isaac also has a dispute with Abimelech (likely not the same person) over wells and makes a treaty with him. Its about relationships with people. The LXX. 7. _The Covenant with Abimelech_ (Genesis 21:22-34) 21 He lived in the wilderness of Paran, and his mother took a wife for him from the land of Egypt. Abraham's acquiescence in the king's proposal was no doubt dictated by a peaceable disposition, a sense of equity, a spirit of contentment, and an unwavering confidence in God. I like this. I heard a story about a new police officer who, on his first day on the job, caught someone speeding. BIRTH OF ISAAC. 3. 8. And alls well. The greatest possible injury of a material kind that could be done to a nomads chief was the all faction of his water supplies. No doubt, the king remembered their previous encounter when Abraham dealt falsely with him. The significance of this passage is Abraham finding a place in the land promised to him in safety. Abimelech, however, was still wary of Abraham and fearful of the God whom Abraham worshipped. Do others see the hand of God on your life? The mistaken charge. 8. After the treaty had been made at Beersheba, Abimelek and Phicol the commander of his forces returned to the land of the Philistines. xx. Not surprisingly, the driver of the car didnt comply. He was, to put it gently, directed to find a way to verbally persuade subjects to cooperate. 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). (Murphy)that Abimelechthe king of Gerar (Genesis 20:2; Genesis 26:1, Genesis 26:16)and Phi-cholif the name be Shemitic, "mouth of all," i.e. Perhaps Abimelech had heard of how God had given Abraham and Sarah a son in their old age. transactions recorded in the preceding chapter, or to the time of 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. How to respond to critics the way Jesus did. He had to provide protection and give him the land, which He begins to do in a rather ordinary way through this peace agreement. 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. Sarah, at the unlikely age of 90 years, gives birth to Isaac, 4 He is circumcised. when Abimelech, struck with God's providential regard to him, wa 5. Spiritual markers remind us of the goodness of the Lord in our lives. But we can have the comfort of knowing that both men were under Gods providential care. But what about Abraham? IN ALL THAT THOU DOEST:_
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