Ep 361 | Genesis 24-33, Come Follow Me 2026 (March 2-8)

About this episode

The episode discusses lessons on eternal companionship from the story of Isaac and Rebekah, along with insights from Genesis chapters 24 to 33.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Those searching for an eternal companion can learn valuable lessons from the story of Isaac and Rebekah. (04:18) “He shall send his angel before thee to help” in Genesis 24.20. (06:47) A caution: The Lord may have not chosen one particular person to be your spouse. (09:16) The servant’s test of how to choose an eternal companion. If you are looking for a 3-3 marriage, be a 3! (23:05) Four ways to read the text, with three important lenses. The temple symbolism of Rebekah at the well. (30:17) Abraham marries Keturah after the death of Sarah. (33:15) The sons of Ishmael and their “castles” in Genesis 25.12-18. (34:50) Abraham died and was gathered to his people. These verses echo eternal truths regarding the reunification of families in the Spirit World after death. (38:38) Rebekah and Isaac have twins named Jacob and Esau. These men represent two nations. (45:51) Esau is the progenitor of the Edomites. (49:20) Esau sells the birthright in Genesis 25.29-34. Esau’s tears remind us to not despise the blessings within our reach. (57:46) The people of the covenant always seek sacred places to commune with God. (1:03:13) The…

People in this episode

Hosts: Mike Day, Bryce Dunford

Topics covered

• eternal companionship
• biblical stories
• marriage lessons
• sacred places
• family reunification
• covenant people

Keywords

• Isaac
• Rebekah
• marriage
• Genesis
• covenant
• family
• sacred
• blessings

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Genesis 24-33, Come Follow Me 2026

Places: Edomites

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