
Genesis 12 to 33
The Father of Israel
HarperChristian Resources · Print & ebook · December 1, 2015
Abraham is known as the "father of Israel" because God appeared to him and promised that his descendants would become a great nation.
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- Who it’s for
- Trace Abraham’s story through Canaan to Jacob and Esau, with attention to covenant and obedience.
- Themes
- Abraham and the patriarchs, Covenant and obedience, Biblical history and context
- Genres
- Bible Study Guides, Pentateuch Commentary, Old Testament Biography
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Abraham is known as the "father of Israel" because God appeared to him and promised that his descendants would become a great nation. Yet Abraham is much more than the patriarch of a select group of ancient people. Through Abraham's descendants, God's own Son, Jesus, was born. It's through Abraham that God blessed all people.
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In this study, pastor John MacArthur will guide you through an in-depth look at the historical period beginning with Abraham's call from God, continuing through his relocation in the land of Canaan, and concluding with the story of his grandsons Jacob and Esau. This study includes close-up examinations of Sarah, Hagar, Ishmael, and Isaac, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as "Covenant and Obedience" and "Wrestling with God." —ABOUT THE SERIES— The MacArthur Bible Study series is designed to help you study the Word of God with guidance from widely respected pastor and author John MacArthur. Each guide provides intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture by examining its parts and incorporates: - Extensive, but straight-forward commentary on the text. - Detailed observations on overriding themes, timelines, history, and context. - Word and phrase studies to help you unlock the broader meaning and apply it to your life. - Probing, interactive questions with plenty of space to write down your response and thoughts.
Abraham’s Story
Trace Abraham’s story through Canaan to Jacob and Esau, with attention to covenant and obedience.
Come here for
- Abraham’s call, relocation in Canaan, and the stories of Jacob and Esau
- Close-up examinations of Sarah, Hagar, Ishmael, and Isaac
Expect
- An in-depth study of the historical period from Abraham’s call through his grandsons
- Careful consideration of doctrinal themes, including “Wrestling with God”
Where it sits
| Bible Study Guides | 65% |
|---|---|
| Old Testament Biography | 60% |
| Pentateuch Commentary | 38% |
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Publisher categories
- Old Testament Meditations
- Bible Study Guides
- Pentateuch Commentary
- Pentateuch Studies
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- Spiritual Growth
- Pastoral Resources
- Calvinist Christianity
- Authors
- John F. MacArthur
- Publisher
- HarperChristian Resources
- Published
- December 1, 2015
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Abraham and the patriarchs · Covenant and obedience · Biblical history and context
- Reading lane
- Old Testament Meditations