Cary Cox, from Genesis 12:10-13:4 (Genesis study 28). Abram stumbles when his faith is tested, but God’s grace intervenes. The Lord will not give up on his promise or his people! Literary connections in this passage anticipate the Exodus of Israel, emphasizing God’s continued grace and faithfulness to all his people, for future generations!
Tag: the offspring of the serpent and the offspring of the woman
Two Family Lines Part 1 – Cain and Abel
Cary Cox, from Genesis 4:1-16 (Genesis Study 14). God’s promise to send a serpent-crushing offspring through the woman is traced in the tragic account of Cain and Abel. We can look at the entire Bible through the lens of the two family lines. God’s promise runs straight to Jesus Christ, through the family of the woman. And all along the way, the serpent’s offspring – people in rebellion against God – persecute and oppose the people who belong to the Lord.
Fall of Man Part 2 – God’s Grace – Genesis Study 13
Cary Cox, from Genesis 3:14-15, 20-24. In Genesis 3, we not only see the righteous wrath and judgment of God, but we also see the surprising, amazing grace of God on full display! God had previously given no promise of mercy or forgiveness – just that they would surely die. But here, as God gives punishment, he also promises victory for humanity over the serpent! Jesus came in fulfillment of that promise, crushed the enemies at the cross, and pours out the grace of God on all who come to him in repentance and faith! Praise God for his grace!
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