Genesis 24:10-27
Summary for Gen 24:10-60: 24:10-60 a The servant faithfully carried out the mission, and he glorified God in displaying faithful covenant love for Abraham’s family by bringing all the details together. God sovereignly worked behind the scenes to accomplish his will through the circumstances of those acting responsibly in faith.Summary for Gen 24:10-27: 24:10-27 b The servant obeyed his master’s instructions and trusted God to lead him to the right woman. 24:10 c Aram-naharaim (“Aram of the two rivers”) was also called Paddan-aram (“the field of Aram,” cp. 25:20 d). It was a two-week journey in each direction, so the servant had ten ... camels for provisions and gifts (24:22 e, 53 f).
24:14 g Abraham’s future daughter-in-law manifested hospitality and industry like Abraham’s (see 18:1-8 h). Ten thirsty camels could drink 250 gallons of water, so a woman who would work that hard for a stranger was certainly not lazy, but generous and hospitable.
Summary for Gen 24:15-22: 24:15-22 i The servant received a precise, immediate answer to his prayer for guidance.
24:22 j The servant showed his gratitude by giving the girl expensive jewelry.
Summary for Gen 24:23-24: 24:23-24 k God led the servant to Abraham’s family.
24:25 l Rebekah again showed kindness by offering lodging for the servant and food for his camels.
24:26 m The servant bowed to the ground and worshiped the Lord for his loyal love and faithfulness in guiding him to the exact family he sought.
24:27 n The Lord has shown unfailing love and faithfulness to my master: These words express this chapter’s message (cp. 24:48 o). Believers can trust the Lord’s leading because he is sovereign in all things. He never leaves his people to their own resources in carrying out his covenant work.
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