Bible Text to Study

Genesis 24

Study Questions for Genesis 24

1. Why does Abraham want his servant to go back to his old country? What is so important about going specifically there?

2. How is Abraham’s faith and priorities displayed in this chapter?

3. How does the servant seek God’s help? What does it tell you about his character

4. Why do you think Rebekah would agree to just up and go like that? Why did her brother and mother want her to stay 10 days longer?

5. How many times does the servant recount the story of what happened at the well? Why is it repeated in such detail?

6. How does Isaac and Rebekah’s marriage move God’s promises forward, contributing to the larger covenant story?