Genesis Worksheet - Chapter 20

Genesis Chapter 20

Abraham journeyed toward the land of the Negev, and settled between Kadesh and Shur; then he sojourned in Gerar.  See a map of his journeys from a Bible website or atlas you may have

1. Who was the king of Gerar? vs. 2 -

 

2. Once again, like the time in Egypt, at the beginning of his journey, Abraham feared for his life. 

What did he tell the king regarding Sarah, his wife? vs. 2 -

3. Therefore, King Abimelech took Sarah for himself. 

What did God reveal to Abimelech that night in a dream? vs. 3 -

God intervened to spare the mother of the promised offspring, Issac.  Abimelech made his case of innocence before God: Abraham & Sarah had both said they were brother and sister ... Abimelech had not touched Sarah.

4. Who kept Abimelech from touching her? vs. 6 -

The Lord knew the integrity of Abimelech's heart, and he protected him from doing something he would later regret.

Integrity of Heart: Integrity means "moral uprightness".  Because Abimelech had a moral and upright heart, God's protection was with him.

Comment on these verses:

• Proverbs 11:3 -
• Proverbs 13:6 -
• Proverbs 11:6 - 

5. There was still a consequence.  What was Abimelech required to do if he and all he had wanted to live and not die? vs. 7

• (1)         
• (2)      

Note: Abraham was the first man to bear the title of prophet. (vs. 7)

Confrontation & Prayer:

Abimelech restores Abraham's wife to him untouched and Abraham prays for Abimelech.  Abimelech confronts Abraham of his deceitfulness and Abraham confessed his own fear.

6. What does Abimelech say to Abraham in vs. 9-10

7. What does Abraham confess to him? vs. 11 -13 -

(a half lie is still a lie)

8. What blessings did Abimelech give Abraham along with restoring his wife Sarah? vs.14-16

9. Abraham prayed for Abimelech.  What did God do for Abimelech? vs. 17-18

Abimelech confronted Abraham's sin and Abraham confessed his weakness.  This is a beautiful exchange that has a wonderful ending of prayer and blessings!

10. What are we to do as Christians in similiar situations of confrontation?

• Galatians 6:1-4 -
• 2 Corinthians 2:7-11 -
• Matthew 5:23-24 -
• James 5:19-20 -
• 2 Timothy 2:23-26 -

We need to remember that when we wrong someone, even if we didn't have all the facts, we need to make restitution to them.  We need to make things right between us. Stop and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal anyone to you that you need to make things right with.  Remember, blessings follow obedience!  God is a rewarder to those who diligently seek Him and obey.

Your summary and prayer today:

 

 

 

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