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Abraham's Servant Finds a Wife for Isaac

Genesis 24 (KJV)

Genesis 24 tells how Abraham sends his servant to find a wife for Isaac from his own family. Through prayer, providence, and faithful obedience, God leads the servant to Rebekah. This chapter shows God’s guidance, answered prayer, willing faith, and the continuation of His covenant promise through Isaac and Rebekah.

What You'll Learn

• Why Abraham sent his servant to find a wife for Isaac
• Why Isaac was not to marry a woman from the Canaanites
• How Abraham trusted God to guide the servant’s journey
• Why the servant prayed specifically at the well
• How Rebekah showed kindness, diligence, and hospitality
• How God answered prayer before the servant finished speaking
• Why Rebekah’s willingness to go matters
• How Isaac and Rebekah’s marriage continues the covenant line
• What Genesis 24 teaches about prayer, guidance, obedience, and faith

Genesis 24 teaches that God faithfully guides those who seek Him, and His providence often unfolds through prayer, obedience, and willing faith.

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Genesis 24:1 And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the LORD had blessed Abraham in all things.

Genesis 24:2 And Abraham said unto his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh:

Genesis 24:3 And I will make thee swear by the LORD, the God of heaven, and the God of the earth, that thou shalt not take a wife unto my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, among whom I dwell:

Genesis 24:4 But thou shalt go unto my country, and to my kindred, and take a wife unto my son Isaac.

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 24:6 And Abraham said unto him, Beware thou that thou bring not my son thither again.

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 thence.

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.

Genesis 24:10 And the servant took ten camels of the camels of his master, and departed; for all the goods of his master were in his hand: and he arose, and went to Mesopotamia, unto the city of Nahor.

Genesis 24:11 And he made his camels to kneel down without the city by a well of water at the time of the evening, even the time that women go out to draw water.

Genesis 24:12 And he said, O LORD God of my master Abraham, I pray thee, send me good speed this day, and shew kindness unto my master Abraham.

Genesis 24:13 Behold, I stand here by the well of water; and the daughters of the men of the city come out to draw water:

Genesis 24:14 And let it come to pass, that the damsel to whom I shall say, Let down thy pitcher, I pray thee, that I may drink; and she shall say, Drink, and I will give thy camels drink also: let the same be she that thou hast appointed for thy servant Isaac; and thereby shall I know that thou hast shewed kindness unto my master.

Genesis 24:15 And it came to pass, before he had done speaking, that, behold, Rebekah came out, who was born to Bethuel, son of Milcah, the wife of Nahor, Abraham's brother, with her pitcher upon her shoulder.

Genesis 24:16 And the damsel was very fair to look upon, a virgin, neither had any man known her: and she went down to the well, and filled her pitcher, and came up.

Genesis 24:17 And the servant ran to meet her, and said, Let me, I pray thee, drink a little water of thy pitcher.

Genesis 24:18 And she said, Drink, my lord: and she hasted, and let down her pitcher upon her hand, and gave him drink.

Genesis 24:19 And when she had done giving him drink, she said, I will draw water for thy camels also, until they have done drinking.

Genesis 24:20 And she hasted, and emptied her pitcher into the trough, and ran again unto the well to draw water, and drew for all his camels.

Genesis 24:21 And the man wondering at her held his peace, to wit whether the LORD had made his journey prosperous or not.

Genesis 24:22 And it came to pass, as the camels had done drinking, that the man took a golden earring of half a shekel weight, and two bracelets for her hands of ten shekels weight of gold;

Genesis 24:23 And said, Whose daughter art thou? tell me, I pray thee: is there room in thy father's house for us to lodge in?

Genesis 24:24 And she said unto him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, which she bare unto Nahor.

Genesis 24:25 She said moreover unto him, We have both straw and provender enough, and room to lodge in.

Genesis 24:26 And the man bowed down his head, and worshipped the LORD.

Genesis 24:27 And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of my master Abraham, who hath not left destitute my master of his mercy and his truth: I being in the way, the LORD led me to the house of my master's brethren.

Genesis 24:28 And the damsel ran, and told them of her mother's house these things.

Genesis 24:29 And Rebekah had a brother, and his name was Laban: and Laban ran out unto the man, unto the well.

Genesis 24:30 And it came to pass, when he saw the earring and bracelets upon his sister's hands, and when he heard the words of Rebekah his sister, saying, Thus spake the man unto me; that he came unto the man; and, behold, he stood by the camels at the well.

Genesis 24:31 And he said, Come in, thou blessed of the LORD; wherefore standest thou without? for I have prepared the house, and room for the camels.

Genesis 24:32 And the man came into the house: and he ungirded his camels, and gave straw and provender for the camels, and water to wash his feet, and the men's feet that were with him.

Genesis 24:33 And there was set meat before him to eat: but he said, I will not eat, until I have told mine errand. And he said, Speak on.

Genesis 24:34 And he said, I am Abraham's servant.

Genesis 24:35 And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.

Genesis 24:36 And Sarah my master's wife bare a son to my master when she was old: and unto him hath he given all that he hath.

Genesis 24:37 And my master made me swear, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife to my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell:

Genesis 24:38 But thou shalt go unto my father's house, and to my kindred, and take a wife unto my son.

Genesis 24:39 And I said unto my master, Peradventure the woman will not follow me.

Genesis 24:40 And he said unto me, The LORD, before whom I walk, will send his angel with thee, and prosper thy way; and thou shalt take a wife for my son of my kindred, and of my father's house:

Genesis 24:41 Then shalt thou be clear from this my oath, when thou comest to my kindred; and if they give not thee one, thou shalt be clear from my oath.

Genesis 24:42 And I came this day unto the well, and said, O LORD God of my master Abraham, if now thou do prosper my way which I go:

Genesis 24:43 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 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 24:50 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 enquire 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 24:60 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 24:1

And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the LORD had blessed Abraham in all things.

Study: Abraham’s life stands as a testimony to God’s faithfulness. Though he is advanced in years, God’s covenant promises are still unfolding. The blessing of God upon Abraham sets the stage for the next generation through Isaac.

Genesis 24:2

And Abraham said unto his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh:

Study: Abraham entrusts this important mission to his most trusted servant. The oath ceremony emphasizes the seriousness of the responsibility and the importance of preserving God’s covenant line.

Genesis 24:3

And I will make thee swear by the LORD, the God of heaven, and the God of the earth, that thou shalt not take a wife unto my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, among whom I dwell:

Study: Abraham understands the spiritual danger of joining the covenant family with pagan cultures. His concern is not merely location or preference, but faithfulness to the LORD, the God of heaven and earth.

Genesis 24:4

But thou shalt go unto my country, and to my kindred, and take a wife unto my son Isaac.

Study: Abraham directs the servant back to his extended family. God often works through established relationships while continuing His larger plan of redemption.

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?

Study: The servant asks a practical question. Faith is not blind. Wise servants seek clarity while remaining committed to obedience.

Genesis 24:6

And Abraham said unto him, Beware thou that thou bring not my son thither again.

Study: Abraham refuses to allow Isaac to return permanently to the old homeland. God’s promise is tied to the land of Canaan, and Abraham will not compromise that calling.

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 thence.

Study: Abraham’s confidence is rooted in God’s past faithfulness. The God who called him years earlier is the same God who will guide this mission.

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.

Study: Abraham recognizes that obedience cannot be forced. God often works through willing hearts that choose to respond to His leading.

Genesis 24:9

And the servant put his hand under the thigh of Abraham his master, and sware to him concerning that matter.

Study: The servant accepts the assignment and commits himself fully to it. Faithfulness often begins with a simple yes.

Genesis 24:10

And the servant took ten camels of the camels of his master, and departed; for all the goods of his master were in his hand: and he arose, and went to Mesopotamia, unto the city of Nahor.

Study: The servant leaves prepared for the journey. God often provides resources before He calls us to move forward.

Genesis 24:11

And he made his camels to kneel down without the city by a well of water at the time of the evening, even the time that women go out to draw water.

Study: The well was a gathering place and a natural location to meet local families. God often works through ordinary settings and daily routines.

Genesis 24:12

And he said, O LORD God of my master Abraham, I pray thee, send me good speed this day, and shew kindness unto my master Abraham.

Study: The servant’s first action is prayer. Before making decisions, he seeks God’s direction and favor.

Genesis 24:13

Behold, I stand here by the well of water; and the daughters of the men of the city come out to draw water:

Study: The servant brings his circumstances before God. Effective prayer often begins with honestly presenting our situation.

Genesis 24:14

And let it come to pass, that the damsel to whom I shall say, Let down thy pitcher, I pray thee, that I may drink; and she shall say, Drink, and I will give thy camels drink also: let the same be she that thou hast appointed for thy servant Isaac; and thereby shall I know that thou hast shewed kindness unto my master.

Study: The servant asks for a specific sign that would reveal character, kindness, and servant-heartedness. Rebekah’s willingness to water ten camels would demonstrate extraordinary generosity.

Genesis 24:15

And it came to pass, before he had done speaking, that, behold, Rebekah came out, who was born to Bethuel, son of Milcah, the wife of Nahor, Abraham's brother, with her pitcher upon her shoulder.

Study: Before the servant finishes praying, God begins answering. The Lord is often at work before we even realize it.

Genesis 24:16

And the damsel was very fair to look upon, a virgin, neither had any man known her: and she went down to the well, and filled her pitcher, and came up.

Study: Rebekah is introduced as a woman of beauty and purity, but the chapter soon reveals that her character is even more important than her appearance.

Genesis 24:17

And the servant ran to meet her, and said, Let me, I pray thee, drink a little water of thy pitcher.

Study: The servant steps forward in faith. Prayer does not eliminate action; it prepares us to act wisely.

Genesis 24:18

And she said, Drink, my lord: and she hasted, and let down her pitcher upon her hand, and gave him drink.

Study: Rebekah responds with kindness and respect. Her immediate willingness to serve reveals a gracious heart.

Genesis 24:19

And when she had done giving him drink, she said, I will draw water for thy camels also, until they have done drinking.

Study: Rebekah voluntarily goes beyond what was requested. Godly character is often revealed through willingness to do more than what is required.

Genesis 24:20

And she hasted, and emptied her pitcher into the trough, and ran again unto the well to draw water, and drew for all his camels.

Study: Rebekah’s actions match her words. She works diligently to care for the servant and his camels. True character is demonstrated through action, not merely intention.

Genesis 24:21

And the man wondering at her held his peace, to wit whether the LORD had made his journey prosperous or not.

Study: The servant watches quietly as events unfold. Even when something appears to match his prayer, he waits with discernment. Faith seeks God’s guidance, but wisdom also observes carefully.

Genesis 24:22

And it came to pass, as the camels had done drinking, that the man took a golden earring of half a shekel weight, and two bracelets for her hands of ten shekels weight of gold;

Study: The servant gives valuable gifts to Rebekah. These gifts show the wealth of Abraham’s household and begin to reveal the seriousness of the marriage proposal connected to Isaac.

Genesis 24:23

And said, Whose daughter art thou? tell me, I pray thee: is there room in thy father's house for us to lodge in?

Study: The servant asks about Rebekah’s family and whether there is room for lodging. He continues seeking confirmation of God’s direction while also handling the practical needs of the journey.

Genesis 24:24

And she said unto him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, which she bare unto Nahor.

Study: Rebekah identifies herself as part of Abraham’s extended family. This is a major confirmation that God has led the servant directly to the household Abraham intended.

Genesis 24:25

She said moreover unto him, We have both straw and provender enough, and room to lodge in.

Study: Rebekah offers hospitality for both the travelers and the camels. Her generosity continues beyond the well, showing that kindness is part of her character, not a one-time action.

Genesis 24:26

And the man bowed down his head, and worshipped the LORD.

Study: The servant responds to God’s guidance with worship. Answered prayer should lead us to humility and praise, not pride or self-credit.

Genesis 24:27

And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of my master Abraham, who hath not left destitute my master of his mercy and his truth: I being in the way, the LORD led me to the house of my master's brethren.

Study: The servant recognizes God’s mercy and truth in the journey. He does not see the meeting with Rebekah as coincidence. He sees the hand of God leading him in the right way.

Genesis 24:28

And the damsel ran, and told them of her mother's house these things.

Study: Rebekah quickly tells her family what has happened. The events at the well now move into the household, where the larger decision will be considered.

Genesis 24:29

And Rebekah had a brother, and his name was Laban: and Laban ran out unto the man, unto the well.

Study: Laban enters the story and runs to meet the servant. His presence becomes important in the family discussion, and later Scripture will reveal more about his character.

Genesis 24:30

And it came to pass, when he saw the earring and bracelets upon his sister's hands, and when he heard the words of Rebekah his sister, saying, Thus spake the man unto me; that he came unto the man; and, behold, he stood by the camels at the well.

Study: Laban notices the jewelry and hears Rebekah’s report. The gifts signal that this visitor is connected to wealth and importance, drawing Laban’s attention to the servant and his mission.

Genesis 24:31

And he said, Come in, thou blessed of the LORD; wherefore standest thou without? for I have prepared the house, and room for the camels.

Study: Laban welcomes the servant into the house and speaks of the LORD’s blessing. God’s guidance has opened the door for the servant to share the full purpose of his journey.

Genesis 24:32

And the man came into the house: and he ungirded his camels, and gave straw and provender for the camels, and water to wash his feet, and the men's feet that were with him.

Study: The household provides care for the servant, the men with him, and the camels. The hospitality Rebekah offered is now extended by the family.

Genesis 24:33

And there was set meat before him to eat: but he said, I will not eat, until I have told mine errand. And he said, Speak on.

Study: The servant prioritizes his mission over his own comfort. He will not eat until he has explained why he came. Faithful servants keep the assignment first.

Genesis 24:34

And he said, I am Abraham's servant.

Study: The servant identifies himself by his relationship to Abraham. He does not make the mission about himself. His role is to represent his master faithfully.

Genesis 24:35

And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.

Study: The servant testifies that Abraham’s greatness is from the LORD. This reminds the family that the proposal is tied to God’s blessing and covenant faithfulness.

Genesis 24:36

And Sarah my master's wife bare a son to my master when she was old: and unto him hath he given all that he hath.

Study: The servant explains Isaac’s special place in Abraham’s household. Isaac is the promised son, and Abraham has given all that he has to him.

Genesis 24:37

And my master made me swear, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife to my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell:

Study: The servant repeats Abraham’s command. The marriage must honor God’s covenant direction and avoid compromise with the surrounding Canaanite culture.

Genesis 24:38

But thou shalt go unto my father's house, and to my kindred, and take a wife unto my son.

Study: Abraham’s instruction is clear and focused. The servant shows faithfulness by communicating the mission exactly as it was given to him.

Genesis 24:39

And I said unto my master, Peradventure the woman will not follow me.

Study: The servant includes his own earlier concern. This makes the testimony honest and complete. Faithful reporting does not hide the questions or uncertainties along the way.

Genesis 24:40

And he said unto me, The LORD, before whom I walk, will send his angel with thee, and prosper thy way; and thou shalt take a wife for my son of my kindred, and of my father's house:

Study: Abraham’s confidence in God is repeated before Rebekah’s family. The servant presents the mission as one guided by the LORD, not merely by human planning.

Genesis 24:41

Then shalt thou be clear from this my oath, when thou comest to my kindred; and if they give not thee one, thou shalt be clear from my oath.

Study: Abraham had given the servant clear responsibility, but not unlimited control. The servant was to obey faithfully, while trusting God with the response of the woman and her family.

Genesis 24:42

And I came this day unto the well, and said, O LORD God of my master Abraham, if now thou do prosper my way which I go:

Study: The servant retells his prayer before Rebekah’s family. He wants them to understand that this meeting began with dependence on God, not personal manipulation.

Genesis 24:43

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;

Study: The servant explains the setting of his prayer. He was not demanding a sign for selfish gain, but asking God to reveal the woman appointed for Isaac.

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.

Study: The requested sign would reveal a servant-hearted woman. Watering camels was not a small task. It showed generosity, humility, diligence, and strength.

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.

Study: The servant emphasizes that God answered before he finished praying. The timing was too precise to ignore. God’s providence was clearly guiding the moment.

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.

Study: Rebekah did exactly what the servant had prayed. Her actions confirmed her character and gave the servant confidence that the LORD had led him.

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.

Study: Rebekah’s family identity confirmed the direction even further. God had not only revealed a woman of character, but one from Abraham’s own kindred.

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.

Study: The servant again gives glory to God. He recognizes that the LORD led him “in the right way.” God’s guidance should always produce worship and gratitude.

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.

Study: The servant asks for a clear answer. Once God’s direction is made known, faithful people should respond with honesty, clarity, and action.

Genesis 24:50

Then Laban and Bethuel answered and said, The thing proceedeth from the LORD: we cannot speak unto thee bad or good.

Study: Rebekah’s family recognizes that the matter is from the LORD. When God’s hand is clear, human resistance becomes foolish. They acknowledge that God is directing the outcome.

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.

Study: The family gives permission for Rebekah to become Isaac’s wife. The phrase “as the LORD hath spoken” shows that the marriage is understood within God’s providential will.

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.

Study: The servant worships again when he receives the answer. His repeated worship shows a heart that sees God’s hand at every step.

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.

Study: The gifts confirm the seriousness of the marriage arrangement. Rebekah is honored, and her family receives precious things as part of the formal agreement.

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.

Study: After the mission is explained and received, the servant eats and rests. He had placed obedience first, and now he receives hospitality with peace.

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.

Study: Rebekah’s family asks for a delay. Even after God’s direction is recognized, human emotions and hesitation can still arise when obedience requires separation and change.

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.

Study: The servant does not want to delay obedience. Since the LORD has prospered the way, he desires to complete the mission without unnecessary hindrance.

Genesis 24:57

And they said, We will call the damsel, and enquire at her mouth.

Study: Rebekah is asked directly. Her willingness matters. God’s providence does not erase personal responsibility or willing obedience.

Genesis 24:58

And they called Rebekah, and said unto her, Wilt thou go with this man? And she said, I will go.

Study: Rebekah responds with simple and courageous faith: “I will go.” She leaves what is familiar to enter God’s unfolding promise. Her obedience echoes Abraham’s own journey of faith.

Genesis 24:59

And they sent away Rebekah their sister, and her nurse, and Abraham's servant, and his men.

Study: Rebekah departs with her nurse and the servant’s company. God’s plan now moves forward through her willingness to leave home and follow the path set before her.

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.

Study: Rebekah’s family blesses her with words tied to fruitfulness, descendants, and victory. Though they may not fully understand the covenant promise, their blessing points toward God’s larger plan.

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.

Study: Rebekah’s words become action. She follows the servant toward a future she has not yet seen. True faith moves beyond agreement into obedience.

Genesis 24:62

And Isaac came from the way of the well Lahairoi; for he dwelt in the south country.

Study: Isaac enters the scene near the close of the chapter. God has been working through Abraham, the servant, Rebekah, and her family to bring Isaac into the next stage of the covenant story.

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.

Study: Isaac is found meditating in the field. The quietness of this moment contrasts with the long journey that has been unfolding. God’s plan is arriving while Isaac is in a place of reflection.

Genesis 24:64

And Rebekah lifted up her eyes, and when she saw Isaac, she lighted off the camel.

Study: Rebekah sees Isaac for the first time and dismounts. The journey of faith now becomes personal as she approaches the man she has agreed to marry.

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.

Study: Rebekah learns that the man approaching is Isaac and covers herself with a veil. This shows modesty, respect, and the seriousness of the marriage covenant she is entering.

Genesis 24:66

And the servant told Isaac all things that he had done.

Study: The servant reports everything to Isaac. His mission is complete, and the testimony of God’s guidance is now passed on to the promised son.

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.

Study: Isaac marries Rebekah and loves her. After the grief of Sarah’s death in Genesis 23, God brings comfort and continuation through Rebekah. The covenant family line moves forward.

Genesis 24 tells how Abraham sends his trusted servant to find a wife for Isaac from among Abraham’s own kindred. The servant travels to Mesopotamia and prays at a well, asking God to reveal the right woman through an act of kindness and service. Before he finishes praying, Rebekah arrives and does exactly what he asked of the LORD. After learning she is from Abraham’s family, the servant worships God for His guidance. Rebekah’s family recognizes that the matter is from the LORD, and Rebekah willingly agrees to go. She travels back with Abraham’s servant, meets Isaac, and becomes his wife. This chapter shows God’s providence, answered prayer, faithful service, willing obedience, and the continuation of the covenant promise.

Heavenly Father, guide me in the decisions before me. Teach me to pray before I act, to listen before I move, and to trust Your hand even when I cannot see the full picture. Help me walk in obedience like Abraham’s servant and respond with willing faith like Rebekah. Lead me in the right way, and let my life bring honor to You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

• Read Genesis 24 each day this week
• Memorize Genesis 24:27
• Pray specifically about one decision you are facing
• Look for one ordinary moment where God may be guiding you
• Write down one answered prayer and thank God for it
• Practice serving someone without being asked
• Identify one area where God may be asking you to say, “I will go”

Genesis 24 records Abraham’s charge to his servant to find a wife for Isaac from his own family. The servant travels to Mesopotamia, prays for God’s guidance, and meets Rebekah at the well. Her kindness and willingness to serve confirm the answer to prayer. After the servant explains the mission to her family, they acknowledge that the matter is from the LORD. Rebekah agrees to go, returns with the servant, and becomes Isaac’s wife. This chapter teaches that God guides His people, answers prayer, values godly character, and faithfully continues His promises from one generation to the next.

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