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Genesis 26:28 ยท KJV

"And they said, We saw certainly that the LORD was with thee: and we said, Let there be now an oath betwixt us, even betwixt us and thee, and let us make a covenant with thee;"

King James Version

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Passage Context

26Then Abimelech went to him from Gerar, and Ahuzzath one of his friends, and Phichol the chief captain of his army.
27And Isaac said unto them, Wherefore come ye to me, seeing ye hate me, and have sent me away from you?
28And they said, We saw certainly that the LORD was with thee: and we said, Let there be now an oath betwixt us, even betwixt us and thee, and let us make a covenant with thee;
29That thou wilt do us no hurt, as we have not touched thee, and as we have done unto thee nothing but good, and have sent thee away in peace: thou art now the blessed of the LORD.
30And he made them a feast, and they did eat and drink.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view the importance of making covenants in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to recognize God's presence with you?

3

When have you experienced a significant agreement with others?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how you can strengthen your commitments to others through trust and mutual respect.

faith

Reflect on how acknowledging God's presence can impact your interactions with others.

People in This Verse

IsaacOT

The son of Abraham and Sarah, known for his role in the Abrahamic covenant. He represents the next generation of God's promise.

First appearance: Genesis 21:3

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