Genesis 17:15
Then God said to Abraham, "As for Sarai your wife, do not call her Sarai, for her name is to be Sarah.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Genesis 17:15?

2. How does Genesis 17:15 demonstrate God's authority in changing Sarai's name?

3. What significance does the name change from Sarai to Sarah hold for believers?

4. How does Genesis 17:15 connect to God's covenant promises in Genesis 17?

5. How can we trust God's plans for our lives, as seen in Genesis 17:15?

6. What lessons on obedience can we learn from God's command in Genesis 17:15?

7. Why did God change Sarai's name to Sarah in Genesis 17:15?

8. What is the significance of name changes in the Bible, like in Genesis 17:15?

9. How does Genesis 17:15 reflect God's covenant with Abraham and Sarah?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 17?

11. What evidence supports the claim that Sarah, at her advanced age, could bear a child as promised (Genesis 17:15–16)?

12. What is the Abrahamic Covenant?

13. What is the former name of Community of Christ?

14. In Judges 13:2–3, how could a barren woman conceive after one angelic encounter without any natural explanation?
Discussion Questions
1. What is the significance of God changing Sarai's name to Sarah, and how does this reflect her role in God's covenant with Abraham?

2. How does the name change from Sarai to Sarah illustrate the broader theme of transformation in the Bible?

3. In what ways does Sarah's account encourage us to trust in God's promises, even when they seem unlikely or delayed?

4. How can we apply the concept of a "new identity" in Christ to our daily lives, drawing parallels from Sarah's name change?

5. What lessons can we learn from Sarah's journey of faith that can help us build a legacy of faith for future generations?1. What does God's choice of Abraham tell us about His sovereign plans?

2. How does the covenant reflect God's faithfulness?

3. Why do you think God chose to change Abram's and Sarai's names? What does this signify?

4. How does the promise of numerous descendants relate to God's earlier promises to Abraham?

5. What does the promise of land in Canaan symbolize in the context of God's covenant?

6. Discuss the significance of circumcision as the sign of the covenant. What does it represent?

7. How would you react if you were in Abraham's shoes, hearing these promises from God?

8. How does Sarah's story encourage women who are waiting for God's promises in their lives?

9. How does the promise of Isaac’s birth add complexity to God’s earlier promise about Ishmael?

10. How do Abraham’s reactions of laughter and doubt reflect human responses to God’s supernatural promises?

11. How does Abraham's immediate obedience inspire you in your faith journey?

12. How does God's covenant with Abraham impact the generations after him?

13. What can we learn about God's character from His interactions with Abraham?

14. How does the changing of Abram's and Sarai's names impact their identities and destinies?

15. How can the promises and covenant of God in this chapter encourage you in your present life situations?

16. How does this narrative influence your understanding of God's plans transcending human understanding and timelines?

17. How does Abraham’s faith inspire you in your personal walk with God?

18. How does God's promise to bless both Isaac and Ishmael show His compassionate nature?

19. How do the promises made to Abraham in this chapter shape your understanding of God’s larger plan for humanity?

20. How does this chapter challenge you to live in obedience to God's commands and trust His promises?

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