Genesis 20

Genesis 20:1-18

Contents: Abraham’s lapse at Gerar. Lying to Abimelech about his wife.

Characters: Abraham, Sarah, Abimelech.

Conclusion: Sin has many tools but a lie is a handle that fits them all. If the truth is stretched, expect it eventually to fly back and sting you.

Key Word: Sin, Genesis 20:9.

Strong Verses: Genesis 20:6; Genesis 20:17.

Striking Facts: One is often struck with the amazing difference between what God’s people in Christ are in His view and what they are in the world’s view. God sees His own through Christ, although in themselves, they are often feeble and inconsistent.