In Genesis 22, God told Abraham to sacrifice his son.

Why?

For many, this event is one of the most confusing in all of Scripture - why would God tell Abraham to sacrifice Isaac? What was His purpose?

And moments later, why would He tell Abraham to stay his knife?

In today's study, we will study this difficult and heartrending event.

Questions That We'll Answer:

1) What was God's purpose here? Was He testing Abraham?

2) What did Abraham think would happen on Mt. Moriah?

3) How does this event foreshadow Christ's sacrifice on Calvary?

In Genesis 22, God told Abraham to sacrifice his son.
Why?
For many, this event is one of the most confusing in all of Scripture - why would God tell Abraham to sacrifice Isaac? What was His purpose?
And moments later, why would He tell Abraham to stay his knife?
In today's study, we will study this difficult and heartrending event.
Questions That We'll Answer:
1) What was God's purpose here? Was He testing Abraham?
2) What did Abraham think would happen on Mt. Moriah?
3) How does this event foreshadow Christ's sacrifice on Calvary?

Who wrote Genesis?

What is the book of Genesis about?

In this Genesis podcast, Dr. Toby Holt breaks down the Book of Genesis — from the creation of the world to the rise of the patriarchs — in a way that's clear, compelling, and relevant. You'll explore the stories of Adam and Eve, Noah’s Ark, the Tower of Babel, Abraham’s calling, and more — not just as ancient tales, but as events that shape your life today.

Whether you're a pastor, student, or brand new to the Bible, this podcast (including sermons) detail all the major events from Genesis 1 through Genesis 50.

Dr. Holt has pastored three churches and taught apologetics in the US and internationally.

Who wrote Genesis?
What is the book of Genesis about?
In this Genesis podcast,&nbsp;Dr. Toby Holt&nbsp;breaks down the Book of Genesis &mdash; from the creation of the world to the rise of the patriarchs &mdash; in a way that's clear, compelling, and relevant. You'll explore the stories of Adam and Eve, Noah&rsquo;s Ark, the Tower of Babel, Abraham&rsquo;s calling, and more &mdash; not just as ancient tales, but as events that shape your life today.
Whether you're a pastor, student, or brand new to the Bible, this podcast (including sermons) detail all the major events from Genesis 1 through Genesis 50.
Dr. Holt has pastored three churches and taught apologetics in the US and internationally.

Genesis Explained: A Bible Study

The Bible, Explained.

Clear, weekly Bible teaching on theology, doctrine, and faith—verse by verse, with practical insights.

Join Dr. Toby Holt as we explore Christian doctrine, and answer big questions about faith, God, and salvation. From biblical theology and reformed theology to apologetics and sermons, each episode offers verse-by-verse insights into the Bible’s teachings. Whether you’re a pastor, theology student, or curious believer, discover how theology shapes your life today. Follow for weekly Christian podcasts on scripture, doctrine, and spiritual growth.

Dr. Holt has pastored three churches and taught apologetics in the US and internationally.

The Bible, Explained.
Clear, weekly Bible teaching on theology, doctrine, and faith&mdash;verse by verse, with practical insights.
Join Dr. Toby Holt as we explore Christian doctrine, and answer big questions about faith, God, and salvation. From biblical theology and reformed theology to apologetics and sermons, each episode offers verse-by-verse insights into the Bible&rsquo;s teachings. Whether you&rsquo;re a pastor, theology student, or curious believer, discover how theology shapes your life today. Follow for weekly Christian podcasts on scripture, doctrine, and spiritual growth.
Dr. Holt has pastored three churches and taught apologetics in the US and internationally.

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