Building
Read Genesis 11.10-26
“.. When Terah had lived 70 years, he became the father of Abram ..” (Gen.11.26)
Genealogies can be a ‘switch-off’! Over against the vain efforts of the men of Babel to perpetuate their name, this genealogy underlines that “sons are a heritage from the LORD” (Ps.127.3). Rejoice in the assurance that the Lord is building His church!
In what ways does this genealogy provide a deliberate contrast to Babel?
How are you seeing the Lord ‘building His house’ through the generations of your fellowship?
Prayer: Build Your kingdom here; let the darkness fear. Show Your mighty hand, heal our streets and land. Come set Your rule and reign in our hearts again [Rend Collective]