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Genesis-12

A New Beginning: A Devotional Study on Genesis 12​

Introduction​

The book of Genesis is filled with stories of ancestors, history, and God's faithfulness. In Genesis 12, we find the story of Abram, a man who played a crucial role in biblical history. As we delve into this chapter, let's learn about Abram's call, faith, and obedience, and what they mean for us as believers today.

Section 1: Call of Abram (Genesis 12:1-9)​

Devotional Thought: In this section, we learn about God's call to Abram, inviting him to leave his homeland and embark on a new journey. Today, let's explore the meaning of God's call and how it applies to us.

Reflection Questions:

  • How does God's call to Abram resemble what he might be asking of us today?
  • What are some ways God may be inviting you to embark on a new journey, trusting in His leading and guidance?

Section 2: The Promise (Genesis 12:10-20)​

Devotional Thought: As Abram journeys, God promises Abram and Sarai that they will become a great nation, that Abram will be blessed, and that through their offspring, all nations on earth will be blessed. Today, let's reflect on the power of God's promises and how they provide comfort and hope in challenging times.

Reflection Questions:

  • How does God's promise to Abram and Sarai provide hope and comfort in your life today?
  • How can you believe and trust in God's promises during difficult circumstances?

Section 3: Sarai, Hagar, and Ishmael (Genesis 12:11-20)​

Devotional Thought: In this section, we learn about Sarai's unsuccessful attempts to conceive and her decision to have a child through her Egyptian handmaid, Hagar. Today, let's explore the importance of trust in God's timing and faithfulness amidst challenges and hardships.

Reflection Questions:

  • How can you trust in God's timing and faithfulness during challenges and hardships, like Sarai did?
  • In what ways can you avoid trying to find quick fixes for situations that require God's timing and faithfulness?

Section 4: Famine in Egypt (Genesis 12:10-20)​

Devotional Thought: As Abram faces a famine in the land of Canaan, he travels to Egypt for food. Let's learn about the importance of relying on God's provision during difficult circumstances.

Reflection Questions:

  • How can you trust in God's provision during challenging circumstances, like Abram did?
  • In what ways can you avoid relying on quick fixes during difficult circumstances, like Abram did in Egypt?

Section 5: The Abandoned Ishmael (Genesis 12:21-29)​

Devotional Thought: As Abram and Sarai grow old, Sarai gives her slave Hagar and Ishmael to Abram. Today, let's explore the importance of trusting in God's plan amidst our failures and shortcomings.

Reflection Questions:

  • How can you trust in God's plan and provision despite past failures and shortcomings?
  • In what ways can you avoid trying to make up for past mistakes through our own devices?

Conclusion:​

As we conclude our devotional journey through Genesis 12, let's learn from Abram's faith, obedience, and trust in God's promises, leading, provision, and plan. May we carry these lessons into our daily lives, trusting in God's leading, guidance, and hope amidst challenging circumstances.