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The Meeting "And Isaac went out to meditate in the field at eventide: and he lifted up his eyes, and saw, and, behold, the camels were coming. "And Rebekah lifted up her eyes, and when she saw Isaac, she lighted off the camel" (Gen_24:63-64). What joy! What a happy meeting! Isaac lifted up his eyes–he … Continue reading “0182. The Meeting”

The Long Journey Begun "And Rebekah arose, and her damsels, and they rode upon the camels, and followed the man" (Gen_24:61). When the decision was made there was a delay suggested by the brother and the mother of Rebekah. They said: "Let the damsel abide with us a few days, at least ten; after that … Continue reading “0180. The Long Journey Begun”

The Eldest Servant Conducting "And the servant took Rebekah, and went his way" (Gen_24:61). Those were blessed days to Rebekah. To be sure there were hot suns, and the trials of the way; but what cared the beautiful virgin for the discomforts of her journey? Close by her side rode the servant, Eliezer, and he … Continue reading “0181. The Eldest Servant Conducting”

The Eldest Servant "And Abraham said unto the eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh: and I will make thee sware by the Lord, the God of Heaven, and the God of the earth, that * * thou shalt go unto … Continue reading “0178. The Eldest Servant”

The Gracious Response "Behold, Rebekah is before thee, take her, and go, and let her be thy master’s son’s wife, as the Lord hath spoken. "And they called Rebekah, and said unto her, Wilt thou go with this man? And she said, I will go" (Gen_24:51, Gen_24:58). The final decision must come to each individual. … Continue reading “0179. The Gracious Response”

Rebekah–A Dispensational Study Dispensational teachings are not mere illusive suggestions, mere accidental analogies. Christ is seen everywhere in the Old Testament. He is its central figure. God spoke to us in the Prophets as well as by the Prophets; He spoke to us in their lives and deeds, as well as by their words and … Continue reading “0176. Rebekah–A Dispensational Study”

Abraham’s Desire "Take a wife unto my son" (Gen_24:4). Abraham sought a wife for Isaac. This is just what God the Father is now doing for Christ Jesus. This purpose of God is first revealed in the 2d chapter of Genesis. God put a deep sleep upon Adam, and then He took from his side … Continue reading “0177. Abraham's Desire”

Rebekah Was Richly Rewarded "And Rebekah lifted up her eyes, and when she saw Isaac, she lighted off the camel. "And the servant told Isaac all things that he had done" (Gen_24:64, Gen_24:66). How happy the winsome Rebekah, when she at last had covered the dreary sands and at last had reached her future home. … Continue reading “0174. Rebekah Was Richly Rewarded”

Isaacs Happy Home "And Rebekah became his wife; and he loved her; and Isaac was comforted after his mother’s death" (Gen_24:67). One home is broken up, but another home is formed. This is the will of God. Sarah died and the home was depleted; Rebekah came to establish, upon the wreckage of the one, another … Continue reading “0175. Isaacs Happy Home”

Rebekah Was Virtuous "And the damsel was very fair to look upon, a virgin" (Gen_24:16). The most priceless jewel that a girl has is her virtue. "Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies." We would not for a moment suppose that the dear girls who read these paragraphs would … Continue reading “0172. Rebekah Was Virtuous”