You'll notice as you read particularly the OT the theme of "be fruitful and increase" in number. God has stated this several times in the Scripture up to this point, and we'll see it many more times in readings to come. It's interesting how God equates fruitfulness with blessing, particularly with children. God's ways are that children = blessing, and even many times favor.
Yet because of sin's curse and effect many people view children as an inconvenience, a hurdle to living a full 'life.' It's fascinating to me that even Christians can view having children in an unbiblical manner. It must sadden God to see people who have the opportunity to be blessed through the life of children and a family pass it by for 'better' things. (mainly more material possessions) I even heard someone say a few days ago in reference to someone else that this person 'can't stand the thought of having children.' How sad for that person and what a missed opportunity.
I could write a lot about this topic, but not now, maybe later:)
My summaries of today:
Gen 9: God's fulfillment of His covenant with Noah
Gen 10: the beginnings of nations
Gen 11: the tower of 'babble'
Gen 12: intro of Abram/Abram's deception in Egypt
5 years ago
it truelly is amazing the thought of people being repulsed by the idea of children. we see that abram and sarai desiring so great a child that he lays with her maidservant....this should teach us the value that is added to our lives when children enter it.
ReplyDeleteJeff...i love you...soldier on brother...we are praying for you
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