Gen 18:23 | MHM | STEP | Genesis 18:23-33: Abraham’s Intercession for Sodom In these verses, Abraham speaks with God to plead for Sodom. He asks if God will spare the city if there are righteous people living there. Abraham’s prayer is earnest, humble, and full of faith. He shows care for others, even sinners, by not wishing for their destruction. This passage is the first recorded long prayer in the Bible, and it teaches us to pray for others, trust in God’s justice, and approach God with both confidence and humility (Genesis 18:23-33 ). v. 23 : Abraham draws near to God and asks, “Will you destroy the righteous with the wicked?” He approaches with both respect and boldness, showing that prayer is coming close to God (Jeremiah 30:21; Job 31:37 ; Leviticus 10:3 ).

‏ Genesis 18:23

Genesis 18:23-33: Abraham’s Intercession for Sodom

In these verses, Abraham speaks with God to plead for Sodom. He asks if God will spare the city if there are righteous people living there. Abraham’s prayer is earnest, humble, and full of faith. He shows care for others, even sinners, by not wishing for their destruction. This passage is the first recorded long prayer in the Bible, and it teaches us to pray for others, trust in God’s justice, and approach God with both confidence and humility (Genesis 18:23-33 ^a).

v. 23: Abraham draws near to God and asks, “Will you destroy the righteous with the wicked?” He approaches with both respect and boldness, showing that prayer is coming close to God (Jeremiah 30:21; Job 31:37 ^b; Leviticus 10:3 ^c).