Abraham
What did Abraham ask his servant to do?
Find a wife for his son, Isaac.
How many camels did the servant take with him?
Ten
What two words were used to describe Rebekah?
Beautiful and a virgin
Who was Rebekah's father?
Bethuel
As a servant of God, what are we called to do when making important decisions?
Seek His direction through prayer and be obedient.
Abraham did not want his servant to find a wife among which people group?
Canaanites
Where did the servant go to find a wife for Isaac?
Mesopotamia (the town of Haran)
Rebekah was chosen to be Isaac's wife because...
It was God's will
Who was Rebekah's brother?
Labon
Why can we be confident that God will lead us in the right direction when we trust Him and seek His guidance?
Because His providence is at work in every aspect of our lives. Even when circumstances seem uncertain God is working behind the scenes to fulfill His purposes.
What did Abraham tell the servant NOT to do if the woman was unwilling to come with him?
Abraham told the servant not to take Isaac to Haran
What did the servant pray that the young woman was to do so that he would know she was the one that God had chosen?
He prayed that God would have her get a drink for him and his camels.
What gifts did the servant give to Rebekah?
A nose ring and two gold bracelets
Who was Rebekah's grandfather and grandmother?
Nahor and Milcah
Why is it important to seek God through prayer when making decisions?
We open ourselves to His direction, which often comes in unexpected ways.
In verse 1, what does it say that the Lord had done for Abraham?
The Lord had blessed him in every way.
Where did the servant meet Rebekah?
By the well outside of the town of Nahor where the women would soon be coming for water.
What did the servant give to Rebekah after her parents agreed to the marriage?
Gold, silver, and clothes
How was Rebekah related to Abraham?
He was her father-in-law
(100 bonus points - He was also her great uncle)
Why is it important to trust God's timing especially in areas where we may feel uncertain or impatient?
When we surrender our timelines to God, we allow Him to work in ways that we could never anticipate. God's timing is not only perfect but also a key part of fulfilling His promises.
Who are Abraham's two brothers?
Nahor and Haran
How long did it take for God to answer the prayer of Abraham's servant?
Immediately
Where did Isaac and Rebekah meet for the first time?
In a field
What was Rebekah's family's response when the servant asked about her coming with him to marry Isaac?
They were in agreement but wanted her to stay for ten days.
What spiritual lessons can we learn from Genesis Chapter 24?
1. We need to trust God's faithfulness
2. Seek His will
3. Pray and obey
4. Trust in His providence and timing