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Genesis 4:3 · KJV

"And in process of time it came to pass, that Cain brought of the fruit of the ground an offering unto the LORD."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1And Adam knew Eve his wife; and she conceived, and bare Cain, and said, I have gotten a man from the LORD.
2And she again bare his brother Abel. And Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground.
3And in process of time it came to pass, that Cain brought of the fruit of the ground an offering unto the LORD.
4And Abel, he also brought of the firstlings of his flock and of the fat thereof. And the LORD had respect unto Abel and to his offering:
5But unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect. And Cain was very wroth, and his countenance fell.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you express your gratitude to God?

2

What does it mean for you to give your best?

3

When have you felt your efforts were unrecognized?

Life Application

faith

Consider how you can offer your best to God in your daily life.

gratitude

Make a habit of acknowledging and thanking God for your blessings.

People in This Verse

CainOT

The firstborn son of Adam and Eve, known for his agricultural pursuits.

First appearance: Genesis 4:1

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