Martin Wickens
Speaking the Truth in Love
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“Here Am I” 1/3: The Brother Who Sought
Text: Genesis 37:12-17 This devotion is a summary of point one of a sermon I preached on Sunday, January 19th. In Genesis 37, we see Joseph, the beloved son of Jacob, obediently seeking his brothers. Despite the possible dangers, he remains faithful to his father’s command and is willing to journey to a distant land,…
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Introducing Joseph 3/3: Prophecies
Scripture Reading: Genesis 37:5-11; Jeremiah 29:11; Proverbs 3:5-6 On Sunday we continued our series of sermons at Bedford Bible Church going through the Book of Genesis. We’re picking back up after a short break with the life of Joseph. This is part 3 of 3 summarizing that sermon with some devotional thoughts. You can listen…
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Introducing Joseph 2/3: Perspectives
Scripture Reading: Genesis 37:2; Romans 12:2; Proverbs 1 On Sunday we continued our series of sermons at Bedford Bible Church going through the Book of Genesis. We’re picking back up after a short break with the life of Joseph. This week I’m posting some brief, devotional thoughts on my blog. You can listen to the…
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Isaac and Rebekah: (5) The Beauty of God’s Plan Unfolding
Scripture: Genesis 24:62-67 The story of Isaac and Rebekah concludes with a beautiful picture of God’s plan coming together. Isaac, who had been mourning the loss of his mother, finds comfort in Rebekah. Two lives, previously unknown to each other, are brought together in a union that would continue God’s covenant line. A meeting ordained…
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Isaac and Rebekah: (4) God’s Guidance in Life’s Journey
Scripture: Genesis 24:27, 48 Throughout this record, we see God’s guiding hand at work. Abraham’s servant recognizes and acknowledges this divine guidance, repeatedly giving thanks to God for leading him “in the way.” This story illustrates a beautiful truth: when we walk in God’s ways, He directs our paths. The servant was faithful to his…
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Isaac and Rebekah: (3) The Importance of Character
In seeking a wife for Isaac, Abraham emphasized the importance of character and faith over external factors like appearance, wealth, or status. Rebekah is described as “very attractive in appearance”fair to look upon,” but it’s her actions that truly reveal her character – her kindness, industriousness, and willingness to step out in faith. When given…
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Isaac and Rebekah: (2) The Beauty of Servanthood
Scripture: Genesis 24:15-20 Rebekah’s character shines through in her interaction with Abraham’s servant. When asked for a drink, she readily agrees, but goes above and beyond, offering to water the camels as well. This was no small task – according to some sources watering ten camels could require up to 500 gallons of water and…
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Isaac and Rebekah: (1) The Importance of Prayer in Decision Making
Scripture: Genesis 24:12-14 Abraham’s servant, commissioned with finding a wife for Isaac, demonstrates the crucial role of prayer in decision-making. As soon as he arrived at his destination, his first action was to pray for God’s guidance. He doesn’t rely solely on his own judgment but seeks God’s leading in this important task. In our…