Abraham’s servant finds Rebekah for Isaac in Genesis 24:28-67, and they get married. This is the beginning of a Bible love story where Isaac and Rebekah meet and marry. The event happens after Abraham’s servant finds Rebekah for Isaac. Ultimately, this message provides a timeless example of the power of faithfulness and trust in God’s plan.
The marriage of Isaac and Rebekah is considered a miracle because God worked His will to make it happen.
Isaac Marries Rebekah
“So I came today to the spring, and said, ‘O Lord, the God of my master Abraham, if now You will make my journey on which I go successful; behold, I am standing by the spring, and may it be that the maiden who comes out to draw, and to whom I say, “Please let me drink a little water from your jar”; and she will say to me, “You drink, and I will draw for your camels also”; let her be the woman whom the Lord has appointed for my master’s son.’
“Before I had finished speaking in my heart, behold, Rebekah came out with her jar on her shoulder, and went down to the spring and drew, and I said to her, ‘Please let me drink.’
She quickly lowered her jar from her shoulder, and said, ‘Drink, and I will water your camels also’; so I drank, and she watered the camels also. – Genesis 24:42-46 NASB
The First Meeting of Rebekah and Isaac
Now Isaac had come from going to Beer-lahai-roi; for he was living in the Negev.
Isaac went out to meditate in the field toward evening; and he lifted up his eyes and looked, and behold, camels were coming.
Rebekah lifted up her eyes, and when she saw Isaac she dismounted from the camel.
She said to the servant, “Who is that man walking in the field to meet us?”
And the servant said, “He is my master.” Then she took her veil and covered herself.
The servant told Isaac all the things that he had done.
Then Isaac brought her into his mother Sarah’s tent, and he took Rebekah, and she became his wife, and he loved her; thus Isaac was comforted after his mother’s death. – Genesis 24:62-67 NASB
Eliezer Shares What God Did for Him
There is a lot to learn from this passage. But one main point is that Eliezer (Abraham’s servant) had no qualms about telling openly what God had done in his life.
When telling his story to Laban, he shared freely about God’s goodness without hesitation.
Sharing personal testimonies, like Eliezer did, serves as a powerful witness to God’s work in our lives. It encourages others and strengthens their faith by showing them tangible evidence of God’s intervention and blessings. Moreover, it fosters a sense of community and connection among believers, as they share in each other’s spiritual journeys.
Don’t Be Ashamed
Oftentimes we are not open when engaging in conversation with others. We do the opposite of what Eliezer did. And frequently, we neglect to mention God’s part in our story.
We’re afraid that people may take it the wrong way or even chastise us for being “too religious” if we mention God as the source of our success, no matter what the situation.
Next time, let’s try to be more open and share what God has done in our lives. People may not take offense at all. In some cases they may even start contemplating what God has done in their lives.
We Can Do It!
Zig Ziglar once said that a project is like “eating an elephant; One bite at a time.” So, start with small stories that highlight God’s presence in everyday moments, like finding peace in a stressful situation or receiving unexpected help when you needed it most. These brief, personal accounts can make it easier to open up and share your faith naturally. Over time, you’ll gain confidence in sharing more significant testimonies of God’s work in your life.
Rebekah, The Bride of Isaac
A quick footnote: when Rebekah learned that the man in the field was her fiancé, she dismounted her camel and covered her face with a veil.
According to customs, stepping down from her camel was a gesture of respect. And covering her face showed that she was a bride – the bride of Isaac. Therefore, it was a very special occasion for Rebekah. Therefore, she showed great respect for Isaac and her upcoming marriage.
Love in Christ
– Bob
If you would like to find how to receive the love and life-changing experience of Jesus Christ, please take a moment and go to John 3:16 for more info.