◄ Genesis 24:55 ►
But her brother and mother said, "Let the girl remain with us ten days or so. After that, she may go." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 24:55? 2. How does Genesis 24:55 illustrate family influence in decision-making processes? 3. What role does patience play in fulfilling God's plans, as seen in Genesis 24:55? 4. How can Genesis 24:55 guide us in balancing family desires with God's will? 5. What scriptural connections exist between Genesis 24:55 and honoring parental authority? 6. How can we apply the lesson of waiting in Genesis 24:55 to our lives? 7. Why did Rebekah's family request a ten-day delay in Genesis 24:55? 8. How does Genesis 24:55 reflect ancient Near Eastern marriage customs? 9. What does Genesis 24:55 reveal about family authority in biblical times? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 24? 11. What does "tarry" mean? 12. What was the purpose of dowries in biblical marriages? 13. Who is Rebekah in the Bible? 14. Who was Adah in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does Rebekah's response to her family's request for a delay reflect her faith and trust in God's plan? 2. In what ways can family influence both positively and negatively impact our decisions to follow God's will? 3. How can we apply the principle of immediate obedience in our daily walk with God, especially when faced with difficult decisions? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure that we are prioritizing God's timing over our own desires or cultural expectations? 5. How does Rebekah's account encourage us to have faith and courage when God calls us to step into the unknown? Can you think of a New Testament example that parallels this call to faith? Genesis 24 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Abraham's command to his servant reflect his faith in God's promises? 2. What can we learn from the servant's specific prayer for guidance? 3. Why do you think Abraham was so insistent that Isaac should not return to his old country? 4. How does Rebekah's immediate willingness to serve the servant and his camels speak to her character? 5. Discuss the importance of the servant's prayer in finding Isaac's wife. How does this apply to our decision-making process today? 6. How do you see God's providence at work in this narrative? 7. How does the servant model loyalty and duty? Where can you apply similar fidelity in your life? 8. How can Rebekah's response, "I will go," inspire us in moments of decision and change in our lives? 9. In what ways does this story affirm the importance of marrying someone who shares the same faith? 10. How can Isaac and Rebekah's story encourage those waiting for a spouse? 11. How is the notion of comfort in marital love portrayed in Isaac and Rebekah's union? 12. How does the servant's narration of his journey to Laban's family display his faith and trust in God? 13. What does the servant's giving of gifts symbolize in this context? 14. Discuss the role of prayer in this chapter. How can it guide your personal life decisions? 15. How can we demonstrate the same level of faith and obedience that Abraham, his servant, and Rebekah showed? 16. How does Abraham's insistence on a wife from his own kindred relate to the concept of being "equally yoked" in today's context? 17. Discuss the transformation in Rebekah's life. How should we respond to sudden changes in our life paths? 18. How can this narrative guide us when we feel uncertain about God's plans for us? 19. How does the servant's loyalty to Abraham challenge us in our commitments and responsibilities? 20. What lessons can be learned from the character and actions of Rebekah, and how can they be applied to modern life? Links Genesis 24:55 NIV Genesis 24:55 NLT Genesis 24:55 ESV Genesis 24:55 NASB Genesis 24:55 KJV Genesis 24:55 Commentaries Bible Hub