Life Group Notes- Genesis 24 – Isaac and Rebecca
Use the following questions to reflect on the themes of faith, prayer, obedience, and divine guidance found in Genesis 24.
Introduction & Context
1. What makes the story of Isaac and Rebecca stand out from other Old Testament narratives?
2. How does the cultural practice of arranged marriage challenge or affirm your own views on relationships and family traditions?
3. In what ways do modern cultural experiences (like those in Bradford) help us understand ancient biblical customs?
Abraham’s Instructions & the Servant’s Mission
4. Why do you think Abraham was so adamant that Isaac should not return to his homeland?
5. What does the servant’s initial hesitation reveal about the difficulty of the task?
6. Have you ever faced a situation where you had to trust someone else’s vision or faith, like the servant did with Abraham?
Prayer and Divine Guidance
7. What stands out to you about the servant’s prayer at the well? How specific was it?
8. How do you typically approach prayer, do you pray with clear purpose or more generally?
9. Can you recall a time when you felt your prayer was answered in a very specific or timely way?
Rebecca’s Response
10. What does Rebecca’s immediate and generous response tell us about her character?
11. How might her willingness to leave her home reflect spiritual discernment or divine prompting?
12. . What does this story teach us about responding to God’s call, even when it’s unexpected or unclear?
Themes of Faith and Obedience
13. How do Abraham, the servant, and Rebecca each demonstrate faith in different ways?
14. What does 'trusting the process' mean to you in your current life situation? How can obedience and prayer work together to help us navigate uncertainty?
Application & Reflection
15. What practical steps can you take to pray with more purpose this week?
16. Where in your life do you need to act with faith, even if the outcome isn’t guaranteed?
17. How can you be more attentive to God’s guidance in your daily decisions?