Isaac

From The Archives: Coming to Moriah

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When Abraham laid his son Isaac on a sacrificial altar no witness was present but God. The Bible is silent on whether Abraham wept as he bound the boy to the firewood. The scriptures do not tell us whether he averted his eyes from Isaac’s frightened gaze. If we have ever loved someone dearly, however, … Continue reading From The Archives: Coming to Moriah

Coming to Moriah

/ Cheryl McGrath / 11 Comments

When Abraham laid his son Isaac on a sacrificial altar no witness was present but God. The Bible is silent on whether Abraham wept as he bound the boy to the firewood. The scriptures do not tell us whether he averted his eyes from Isaac’s frightened gaze. If we have ever loved someone dearly, however, … Continue reading Coming to Moriah

Lost And Found

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Last week I wrote an article called The Real Coalition of the Willing, in which I referred to Genesis 24 and the story of Rebekah.  Following that chapter through to the end we are told of the moment when Isaac,  a type of Christ, and Rebekah, a type of Christ's Bride, see one another for the first … Continue reading Lost And Found

The Bride: Her Election (Chosen)

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Part One: Bridal Covenant Overview Part Two: The Bride, Her Betrothal, Called Part Three: The Bride, Her Election, Chosen Part Four: The Bride, The Lamb's Wife, Faithful Part Three of Four There are several Old Testament personalities that foreshadow the Bride of Christ.  Some examples are Eve, Esther, Ruth, and Abigail and much can be … Continue reading The Bride: Her Election (Chosen)