◄ Genesis 21:18 ►
Get up, lift up the boy, and take him by the hand, for I will make him into a great nation." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 21:18? 2. How does Genesis 21:18 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises? 3. What does God's command to "lift up the boy" teach about divine intervention? 4. How can we trust God's provision in difficult times, as shown in Genesis 21:18? 5. In what ways does Genesis 21:18 connect to God's covenant with Abraham? 6. How can we apply God's reassurance in Genesis 21:18 to our daily challenges? 7. How does Genesis 21:18 reflect God's promise and faithfulness to Hagar and Ishmael? 8. What is the significance of God's intervention in Genesis 21:18 for Ishmael's future? 9. How does Genesis 21:18 illustrate God's care for those outside the covenant line? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 21? 11. Who was Hagar in the Bible? 12. How is it fair for 70,000 people to die (1 Chronicles 21:14) because of David's census? 13. Why does God allow genocides to happen, including those commanded in the Bible (Numbers 31:17-18)? 14. In Romans 12:14, how does 'blessing those who persecute you' align with Old Testament passages that command warfare or retribution? Discussion Questions 1. How does God’s promise to Hagar in Genesis 21:18 reflect His character and faithfulness? 2. In what ways can we see God’s provision in our own "wilderness" experiences, and how can we respond in faith? 3. How does the account of Hagar and Ishmael challenge or affirm your understanding of God’s care for all people, regardless of their background? 4. What steps of obedience might God be calling you to take in response to His promises in your life? 5. How can the account of Hagar and Ishmael inform our understanding of God’s promises in the New Testament, particularly in relation to Galatians 4:22-31? Genesis 21 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the birth of Isaac affirm God's faithfulness to His promises? 2. What does Sarah's reaction to Isaac's birth reveal about her faith journey? 3. How can we relate to Abraham's distress over Sarah's demand to expel Hagar and Ishmael? 4. How does God's reassurance to Abraham about Ishmael's future reflect His compassion? 5. How would you handle a situation of family conflict similar to that between Sarah and Hagar? 6. In what ways does God's intervention in Hagar and Ishmael's dire situation demonstrate His providence? 7. How can we find strength and hope in God's promise to Hagar for Ishmael's future? 8. What does the covenant between Abraham and Abimelech teach us about resolving conflicts? 9. How does Abraham's response to Abimelech's demand for a treaty illustrate his faith and integrity? 10. Why was the dispute over the well significant, and what does it teach us about standing up for what is right? 11. How does the naming of Beersheba encapsulate the essence of the covenant between Abraham and Abimelech? 12. What does Abraham planting a tamarisk tree symbolize? 13. What lessons can we learn from Abraham's steadfast devotion to God? 14. How does the way Abraham and Abimelech handle their dispute inform us on handling disagreements today? 15. How can we apply the lessons of faith, divine intervention, and human relationships in this chapter to our lives? 16. How can the narratives of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Hagar, and Ishmael inspire us in our faith journey? 17. How does God's provision for Hagar and Ishmael resonate with His dealings with us today? 18. How does Abraham's life in this chapter demonstrate obedience and faith? 19. How can we incorporate Abraham's practices of faith and devotion in our daily lives? 20. How does this chapter shape your understanding of God's faithfulness and provision in times of conflict and despair? Links Genesis 21:18 NIV Genesis 21:18 NLT Genesis 21:18 ESV Genesis 21:18 NASB Genesis 21:18 KJV Genesis 21:18 Commentaries Bible Hub