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The Covenant Passed to the next Generation:  Isaac & Rebekah 

Genesis 25:1–4 – Abraham Marries Keturah & Has More Sons

After Sarah’s death, Abraham marries Keturah and has six sons.

Covenant Lesson:

God’s blessings on Abraham overflowed into every area of his life—even in old age.

Prophetic Insight:

These sons become fathers of Arab tribes, showing Abraham’s global influence (Genesis 17:4).

Genesis 25:5–6 – Isaac Receives the Covenant Inheritance

“And Abraham gave all he had unto Isaac.”

Abraham gives gifts to the other sons but sends them away to avoid conflict.

Covenant Lesson:

The covenant blessing is exclusive—not shared with all but reserved for the chosen seed.

Illustration:

Many children may receive gifts, but only one receives the family estate.

Genesis 25:7–10 – Abraham’s Death & Burial

Abraham dies at 175 years old.
Isaac and Ishmael bury him in the cave of Machpelah beside Sarah.

Covenant Lesson:

Even divided families can unite to honor a covenant parent.

Illustration:

At funerals, old conflicts pause to honor the memory of legacy builders.

Genesis 25:11 – God Blesses Isaac

“And it came to pass after the death of Abraham, that God blessed his son Isaac.”

The covenant blessing immediately transfers.

Covenant Lesson:

When one generation ends, God passes the covenant mantle to the next—without interruption.

Genesis 25:12–18 – The Generations of Ishmael

Twelve princes are listed—fulfilling God’s promise to Abraham in Genesis 17:20.

Covenant Lesson:

God keeps His word even to those outside the covenant line.

Genesis 25:19–21 – Isaac and Rebekah Are Barren

Like Sarah, Rebekah is barren.

Isaac prays for her 20 years.

“And the LORD heard his prayer.”

Covenant Lesson:

Every covenant blessing must be birthed through prayer, not entitlement.

Illustration:

Just because God promised something does not mean it arrives without intercession.

Genesis 25:22–23 – The Twins Fight in the Womb

Rebekah feels violent movement and seeks God.

“Two nations are in your womb… the elder shall serve the younger.”

Esau (firstborn)
Jacob (second-born)

Covenant Lesson:

God chooses covenant carriers based on purpose, not position.

Prophetic Insight:

This is the beginning of Israel vs. Edom—spirit vs. flesh.

Genesis 25:24–26 – Esau & Jacob Are Born

Esau: red, hairy, a hunter
Jacob: smooth, quiet, dwelling in tents

Jacob grabs Esau’s heel — symbolizing destiny and struggle.

Covenant Lesson:

Great destiny often begins with early struggles.

Genesis 25:27–28 – Parental Favoritism

Isaac loves Esau (because he hunts).
Rebekah loves Jacob.

Covenant Lesson:

Favoritism breeds division and drama in covenant families.

Genesis 25:29–34 – Esau Sells His Birthright

Esau trades his birthright for stew.

“Thus Esau despised his birthright.”

He gives away:

• spiritual inheritance
• covenant blessing
• double portion
• leadership of the family

Covenant Lesson:

Some people trade eternal blessings for temporary satisfaction.

Illustration:

Like someone selling lifelong inheritance for a moment of comfort, Esau valued the natural over the spiritual.

🔑 15 MAJOR COVENANT PRINCIPLES FROM GENESIS 25

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