In Chapter 24 we encounter the most trusted servant in Abraham’s house. Most scholars believe him to be Eliezar from Gen. 15:2. Take a minute to go back there and remind yourself of Elizar’s importance in the story of Abraham.
Eliezar has the true heart of a servant. Throughout Genesis 24 we see evidence of this, just look at this breakdown taken from the Life Application Study Bible:
Genesis 24:3, 9 The servant accepts the challenge tasked him.
Genesis 24:5 He examines the alternatives.
Genesis 24:9 He promises to follow instructions.
Genesis 24:12-14 He prays for guidance.
Genesis 24:12-14 He made a plan with room for God to operate.
Genesis 24:12-14 He submitted the plan to God.
Genesis 24:21 He waited and watched closely.
Genesis 24:26-27 He accepted the answer with thanksgiving.
Genesis 24: 34-49 He explains the situation to the parties involved.
Genesis 24: 56 He refused unnecessary delay and stuck to his promise.
Genesis 24:66 He followed through with the entire plan.
Grab your journal and answer these questions!
Have you ever approached a responsibility with this kind of single-mindedness, careful planning, and ultimately depended on God?
If not, what can you learn from the servant to help you approach a responsibility in this manner in the future?
What do you think was the most important aspect of the timeline above?