Topical Encyclopedia The care of Isaac by God is a profound narrative that illustrates divine providence and faithfulness. Isaac, the son of Abraham and Sarah, is a pivotal figure in the biblical account, representing the continuation of God's covenant with Abraham. The care that God extends to Isaac is evident throughout his life, from his miraculous birth to his role as a patriarch of the Israelite nation.Miraculous Birth and Early Life Isaac's birth itself is a testament to God's care and promise. In Genesis 17:19, God tells Abraham, "Your wife Sarah will bear you a son, and you will name him Isaac. I will establish My covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him." Despite Sarah's old age and initial barrenness, God fulfills His promise, demonstrating His power and faithfulness. Genesis 21:1-2 states, "Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised." Protection and Provision God's care for Isaac is further evident in His protection and provision. In Genesis 22, God tests Abraham's faith by asking him to sacrifice Isaac. However, God intervenes, providing a ram as a substitute, thus sparing Isaac's life. This event not only underscores God's provision but also foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Later, in Genesis 26, during a time of famine, God instructs Isaac to stay in Gerar rather than going to Egypt. God reassures him, saying, "Stay in this land for a while, and I will be with you and bless you. For to you and your descendants I will give all these lands and will confirm the oath I swore to your father Abraham" (Genesis 26:3). Isaac obeys, and God blesses him abundantly, making him prosperous in the land. Guidance in Marriage God's care is also evident in the guidance provided for Isaac's marriage. Abraham, desiring a suitable wife for Isaac, sends his servant to find a wife from his own kin. In Genesis 24, the servant prays for God's guidance, and God leads him to Rebekah, who becomes Isaac's wife. This union is significant as it ensures the continuation of God's covenant through Isaac's lineage. Covenant and Legacy God reaffirms His covenant with Isaac, ensuring the continuation of the promises made to Abraham. In Genesis 26:24 , God appears to Isaac and says, "I am the God of your father Abraham. Do not be afraid, for I am with you. I will bless you and multiply your descendants for the sake of My servant Abraham." This divine assurance not only highlights God's unwavering commitment but also establishes Isaac as a key figure in the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. Throughout Isaac's life, God's care is a constant presence, guiding, protecting, and providing for him. Isaac's account is a testament to God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises, serving as a foundational narrative in the history of Israel and the broader biblical narrative. Nave's Topical Index Genesis 26:2,3And the LORD appeared to him, and said, Go not down into Egypt; dwell in the land which I shall tell you of: Nave's Topical Index Library God's Tender Care of his Church. Isa. 49:13Ff. Psalm 7 God's Care of his People. Psalm 34 Part 1 God's Care of the Saints; Or, Deliverance by ... God's Care for the Boy Ishmael The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts God's Tender Care of his Church, Isa. 13 &C. Psalm 135 Part 1 the Church is God's House and Care. Concerning Abimelech; and Concerning Ismael the Son of Abraham ... The God of the Law and the Prophets, and the Father of Our Lord ... Psalm 105 Abridged God's Conduct of Israel, and the Plagues of ... 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