Abraham
These were the actions taken by Abram and Sarai when they first arrived to Caanan
They built an altar is offered a sacrifice
The name "Isaac" means this is Hebrew
Laughter
How did Jacob deceive his father into giving him the blessing?
By putting on hairy garments and cooking him a meal
Joseph’s father made this for Joseph, which made his brothers very jealous
Abram was not chosen for own sake, but so he can bless the rest of the human family (Gen 12:1-3), marking him as this:
A model of faith
What was the sign of the covenant God made with Abraham in Genesis 17?
Circumcision
God commands Abraham to sacrifice Isaac on Mount Moriah. Abraham responds demonstrates profound:
What did Jacob receive once given the blessing from Isaac?
He became head of the family and the recipient of a double share of the inheritance (included the covenant blessing from God)
When Joseph's brothers conspired to kill him, this sibling talked them out of it, suggesting instead they throw Joseph into a pit (with hopes to rescue him later)
Reuben
This is the name of Sarai’s handmaid given to Abram to conceive Abram's son, Ishmael
Hagar
Abram's name is changed to "Abraham", which means this in Hebrew
"Father of multitude (great many)"
Isaac's willingness to cooperate in the sacrifice is a prefiguration of this:
Jesus's sacrifice on Calvary
What did Jacob see in his dream before God gave him the promise of being faithful?
Angels of God ascend and descending on a ladder set up from earth to heaven
Where was Joseph taken to when he was sold into slavery
Name changes in scripture are important, indicating this:
God is changing something deeper, changing one's essence and purpose. God is doing bigger things with this person.
Sarah did this when God promised she would have a child
Sarah laughed
Isaacs asks Abraham “Where is a lamb for the sacrifice?.” Abraham gives a prophetic response saying:
"God will provide himself the lamb"
How many sons did Jacob have, and what would they represent?
Twelve - 12 tribes of Israel
Joseph was known for being a man of virtue. God was continuously with him, and blessed him with this spiritual gift, which ultimately helped him rise in power.
Interpreting dreams
Who is the priestking Abram meets after rescuing Lot?
Melchizedek - the first priest in scripture, who blessed Abram and makes and offering of bread and wine
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Describe the blood covenant ritual in Genesis 15
- Abraham offered 5 animals. He splits them in half (except the birds) and laid the pieces in two rows, leaving a path through the center.
- A blood covenant communicated an oath. The parties involved would walk the path between the animal carcasses so to say, “May this be done to me if I do not keep my oath.
- God alone passed through the pieces of dead animals, and the covenant was sealed by God alone. Nothing depended on Abraham. Everything depended on God, who promised to be faithful to His covenant.
These are the name's of Isaac & Rebekah's twin sons
Esau and Jacob
Jacob’s name is changed to Israel - which means this in Hebrew:
One who wrestles/contends with God
What does Genesis 50:20 teach us about the events in Joseph’s life?
God worked through all the evil and and hardships in Joseph’s life to bring about His plan and purpose.
The reunion between Esau and Jacob, as well as Joseph and his brothers, demonstrate the power of this
Mercy and forgiveness