‏ Genesis 26:12

Genesis 26:12-25: Isaac's Removal to Beersheba

This passage shows how God blessed Isaac in many ways, even when he faced trouble and jealousy from others. Isaac worked hard, trusted God, and became very successful, but his success also brought problems with the Philistines. They envied him and made life difficult by stopping up wells and forcing him to move. Even so, Isaac responded with patience and chose the way of peace instead of fighting. Through it all, God continued to guide and comfort Isaac, reminding him of His promises. Isaac kept his faith strong and continued to worship God wherever he went (Genesis 26:12-25 a).

v. 12: Isaac planted crops in the land and received a hundred times as much as he planted that same year. This was a special blessing from the Lord, especially since there was famine in the land (Genesis 26:12; Isaiah 65:13 b).

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