8-Jan: Genesis 20-22; Matthew 14-15
Genesis 20: Abraham deceives Abimelech.
Genesis 21: The birth of Isaac, “God has brought me laughter.” Ishmael to be the father of a great nation (Islam), Treaty with Abimelech.
Genesis 22: Abraham’s obedience tested, “On the mountain of the Lord it will be provided.” God will provide the lamb my son.
Matthew 14 Death of John the Baptist, Feeding 5000, water walking, Disciples worshipped Him, News and healing at fringe of robe.
Matthew 15 Jesus teaches about inner purity, Faith of Gentile woman, Jesus heals many people, Jesus feeds four thousand.