Genesis 24:10-14 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… I. ELIEZER'S MISSION. 1. Representative. 2. Delicate. 3. Important. 4. Successful. II. ELIEZER'S JOURNEY. 1. His company consisted of the men who went with him, and the ten camels laden with presents, &c. The ten camels were intended, doubtless, not only to express the circumstances and wealth of his master, but also to convey the bride and her personal possessions to her husband. The men needful to look after the camels, and also to protect Eliezer and the presents. 2. His destination. Many days' journey across a wilderness inhabited by warlike tribes, to the city of Nahor. Great skill required in making a safe journey. 3. His arrival, Rests outside the town, where was a well (11). His reliance on God. Here he offered a prayer (12-14). God heard the prayer and conducted to the spot a damsel who in all things fulfilled Abraham's desire 4. and his own wish (14). III. ELIEZER'S SUIT. 1. The approach of Rebekah. Her coming providentially ordered in answer to prayer. Though beautiful (16), she seems not to have been vain. And whatever the circumstances of her family, she conformed to the primitive habits of the people. Went to draw water for household purposes. 2. The request of Eliezer. Putting her to the test. Was the sign to be fulfilled by her? She cheerfully complied. Told the story of her kindred. 3. The presents. Such as a bride might expect to receive. Her acceptance of them promised a favourable compliance with the suit. 4. Eliezer's gratitude to God. He worshipped (26).Learn: 1. Faithful servants a great blessing in households. 2. All undertakings should be conducted in the fear of God. 3. God gives " journeying mercies" to the faithful. 4. God is to be praised for all our successes. (J. C. Gray.) Parallel Verses KJV: 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. |
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