Behold, I stand by the well of water; and it shall come to pass, that when the virgin cometh forth to draw water, and I say to her, Give me, I pray thee, a little water of thy pitcher to drink;
Genesis
The Book of Genesis lays the foundation for the entire Bible. Its name means “beginning,” and it introduces the origins of the world, humanity, sin, redemption, and God’s covenant relationship with His people. Traditionally attributed to Moses, Genesis establishes the theological and historical framework upon which all of Scripture builds.
Genesis opens with God as Creator—speaking the universe into existence with order, purpose, and goodness. Humanity is created in God’s image, given dignity, responsibility, and relationship with Him. The early chapters reveal not only the beauty of creation, but the tragedy of rebellion, as sin enters the world and fractures humanity’s relationship with God and one another.
From the fall onward, Genesis traces the spread of sin and its consequences, alongside God’s continuing mercy. Stories such as Cain and Abel, the Flood, and the Tower of Babel demonstrate humanity’s repeated failure to trust God, while also showing God’s restraint, patience, and preservation of life. Judgment and grace move side by side throughout the book.
A major shift occurs with the calling of Abraham. God enters into covenant with Abraham, promising land, descendants, and blessing—not only for his family, but for all nations. This promise becomes the central thread of Genesis, showing that God’s plan of redemption unfolds through covenant rather than coercion.
The book continues through the lives of Isaac, Jacob, and Jacob’s sons, especially Joseph. These narratives reveal God working through flawed people and difficult circumstances. Betrayal, famine, and suffering are not obstacles to God’s plan, but instruments He uses to preserve His people and advance His purposes.
Genesis ends not with fulfillment, but with anticipation. God’s promises are clearly defined, yet not fully realized. Israel is in Egypt, poised for growth and eventual deliverance. The book closes with faith looking forward—confident that what God has begun, He will complete.
The Book of Genesis teaches that God is sovereign, faithful, and intentional from the very beginning. It reveals that human failure does not derail God’s purposes, and that redemption has been God’s plan from the start.
Genesis 24:44
And she say to me, Both drink thou, and I will also draw for thy camels: let the same be the woman whom the LORD hath appointed out for my master’s son.
Genesis 24:45
And before I had done speaking in mine heart, behold, Rebekah came forth with her pitcher on her shoulder; and she went down unto the well, and drew water: and I said unto her, Let me drink, I pray thee.
Genesis 24:46
And she made haste, and let down her pitcher from her shoulder, and said, Drink, and I will give thy camels drink also: so I drank, and she made the camels drink also.
Genesis 24:47
And I asked her, and said, Whose daughter art thou? And she said, The daughter of Bethuel, Nahor’s son, whom Milcah bare unto him: and I put the earring upon her face, and the bracelets upon her hands.
Genesis 24:48
And I bowed down my head, and worshipped the LORD, and blessed the LORD God of my master Abraham, which had led me in the right way to take my master’s brother’s daughter unto his son.
Genesis 24:49
And now if ye will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me: and if not, tell me; that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left.
Genesis 24:5
And the servant said unto him, Peradventure the woman will not be willing to follow me unto this land: must I needs bring thy son again unto the land from whence thou camest?
Genesis 24:50
Then Laban and Bethuel answered and said, The thing proceedeth from the LORD: we cannot speak unto thee bad or good.
Genesis 24:51
Behold, Rebekah is before thee, take her, and go, and let her be thy master’s son’s wife, as the LORD hath spoken.
Genesis 24:52
And it came to pass, that, when Abraham’s servant heard their words, he worshipped the LORD, bowing himself to the earth.
Genesis 24:53
And the servant brought forth jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment, and gave them to Rebekah: he gave also to her brother and to her mother precious things.
Genesis 24:54
And they did eat and drink, he and the men that were with him, and tarried all night; and they rose up in the morning, and he said, Send me away unto my master.
Genesis 24:55
And her brother and her mother said, Let the damsel abide with us a few days, at the least ten; after that she shall go.
Genesis 24:56
And he said unto them, Hinder me not, seeing the LORD hath prospered my way; send me away that I may go to my master.
Genesis 24:57
And they said, We will call the damsel, and inquire at her mouth.
Genesis 24:58
And they called Rebekah, and said unto her, Wilt thou go with this man? And she said, I will go.
Genesis 24:59
And they sent away Rebekah their sister, and her nurse, and Abraham’s servant, and his men.
Genesis 24:6
And Abraham said unto him, Beware thou that thou bring not my son thither again.
Genesis 24:60
And they blessed Rebekah, and said unto her, Thou art our sister, be thou the mother of thousands of millions, and let thy seed possess the gate of those which hate them.
Genesis 24:61
And Rebekah arose, and her damsels, and they rode upon the camels, and followed the man: and the servant took Rebekah, and went his way.
Genesis 24:62
And Isaac came from the way of the well Lahairoi; for he dwelt in the south country.
Genesis 24:63
And Isaac went out to meditate in the field at the eventide: and he lifted up his eyes, and saw, and, behold, the camels were coming.
Genesis 24:64
And Rebekah lifted up her eyes, and when she saw Isaac, she lighted off the camel.
Genesis 24:65
For she had said unto the servant, What man is this that walketh in the field to meet us? And the servant had said, It is my master: therefore she took a vail, and covered herself.
Genesis 24:66
And the servant told Isaac all things that he had done.
Genesis 24:67
And Isaac brought her into his mother Sarah’s tent, and took Rebekah, and she became his wife; and he loved her: and Isaac was comforted after his mother’s death.
Genesis 24:7
The LORD God of heaven, which took me from my father’s house, and from the land of my kindred, and which spake unto me, and that sware unto me, saying, Unto thy seed will I give this land; he shall send his angel before thee, and thou shalt take a wife unto my son from […]
Genesis 24:8
And if the woman will not be willing to follow thee, then thou shalt be clear from this my oath: only bring not my son thither again.
Genesis 24:9
And the servant put his hand under the thigh of Abraham his master, and sware to him concerning that matter.