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In the narrative of Abraham and Sarah's sojourn in Egypt, we witness a profound demonstration of God's role as Preserver. This account is found in
Genesis 12:10-20, where Abraham and Sarah, then known as Abram and Sarai, journey to Egypt due to a severe famine in the land of Canaan. Fearing for his life because of Sarai's beauty, Abram instructs her to say she is his sister, a half-truth that leads to her being taken into Pharaoh's palace.
Despite Abram's lack of faith in this moment, God's preserving hand is evident. The Lord intervenes to protect Sarai and preserve the integrity of His covenant with Abram.
Genesis 12:17 states, "But the LORD struck Pharaoh and his household with severe plagues because of Abram’s wife Sarai." This divine intervention underscores God's commitment to His promises and His protective care over the patriarch and matriarch of the Israelite nation.
Pharaoh, realizing the cause of the plagues, confronts Abram and returns Sarai to him, along with gifts and safe passage out of Egypt. This episode highlights God's sovereignty and His ability to preserve His chosen ones even amidst human failings and potential threats. It also foreshadows the future deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt, reinforcing the theme of God as a faithful preserver of His people.
The preservation of Abram and Sarai in Egypt serves as a testament to God's unwavering faithfulness and His power to protect and fulfill His promises, despite human frailty and external dangers. This narrative invites believers to trust in God's providential care and His ability to safeguard His purposes throughout history.
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Genesis 12:17And the LORD plagued Pharaoh and his house with great plagues because of Sarai Abram's wife.
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Genesis.
... In doing this God is revealed as Creator, Preserver, Law-Giver, Judge ... Above all we
learn about the nature and work of God. ... Death of Abraham and Ishmael, 25:1-18 ...
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Seasonable Counsel: Or, Advice to Sufferers.
... is called the soul-keeper, the soul-preserver, (Proverbs 24 ... to them"that have no
stamp of God upon them ... daughters ye are," saith he, meaning Sarah's, "as long ...
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