Gen 26:26 | MHM | STEP | Genesis 26:26-33: Isaac's Covenant with Abimelech This passage tells how Isaac and Abimelech, the king of the Philistines, moved from conflict to peace. Even though the Philistines had been jealous of Isaac and had sent him away, God worked in their hearts to seek friendship with him. Abimelech and his officials came to Isaac wanting to make a covenant of peace. Isaac welcomed them, and they made an agreement not to harm each other. God blessed Isaac during this time, showing that when we follow God’s ways—even if others hurt us—He can turn enemies into friends (Genesis 26:26-33 ). v. 26 : Abimelech, with his friend Ahuzzath and the army chief Phichol, came from Gerar to visit Isaac. This was a sign that Abimelech now respected Isaac (Genesis 26:26; Proverbs 16:7 ).

‏ Genesis 26:26

Genesis 26:26-33: Isaac's Covenant with Abimelech

This passage tells how Isaac and Abimelech, the king of the Philistines, moved from conflict to peace. Even though the Philistines had been jealous of Isaac and had sent him away, God worked in their hearts to seek friendship with him. Abimelech and his officials came to Isaac wanting to make a covenant of peace. Isaac welcomed them, and they made an agreement not to harm each other. God blessed Isaac during this time, showing that when we follow God’s ways—even if others hurt us—He can turn enemies into friends (Genesis 26:26-33 ^a).

v. 26: Abimelech, with his friend Ahuzzath and the army chief Phichol, came from Gerar to visit Isaac. This was a sign that Abimelech now respected Isaac (Genesis 26:26; Proverbs 16:7 ^b).