Genesis 25:22
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Genesis 25:22 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Genesis 25:22 is a verse from the book of Genesis in the Old Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Genesis 25:22 — NIV
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Cross-References for Genesis 25:22
“The Lord said to her, “Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples from within you will be separated; one people will be stronger than the other, and the older will serve the younger.””
Immediate context; God explains Rebekah's distress
“Not only that, but Rebekah’s children were conceived at the same time by our father Isaac. Yet, before the twins were born or had done anything good or bad—in order that God’s purpose in election might stand: not by works but by him who calls—she was told, “The older will serve the younger.” Just as it is written: “Jacob I have loved, but Esau I have hated.””
Paul uses Jacob and Esau to illustrate God's sovereign choice
“But when God, who set me apart from my mother’s womb and called me by his grace, was pleased”
God's purposes are determined before birth
“Yet you brought me out of the womb; you made me trust in you, even at my mother’s breast. From birth I was cast on you; from my mother’s womb you have been my God.”
God is involved from the moment of conception
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