The OT tells us that God promised Abraham his descendants would be numerous as the stars and would be a great nation, and he would have a son through Sarah, his wife.
Sarah, who was barren, and long past reproductive years, gave Hagar to Abraham and they conceived. Hagar ran away and angel of the Lord told her to go back and submit, the angel also told her that the son she carried would be a wild donkey, he will be against everyone and everyone against him. He will live in hostility toward all his brothers (Gen 16:11-12)
God again told Abraham that their covenant would be passed down through a son of Abraham and Sarah.
Finally, Isaac was born. Hagar and Ishmael were sent away at Isaacs weaning. God told Abraham that Ishmael would have a great nation, but again that the covenant would be through Isaac.
God also reminded Hagar of His promise.
What are you taught?
2006-10-16
11:30:46
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Miss Vicki
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