Genesis Chapter 21

Genesis 21 Bible Verse

Explore this passage of Scripture with its full text and meaning. Read these 21 Bible verses from Genesis and discover their timeless wisdom.

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1. Yahweh visited Sarah as he had said, and Yahweh did to Sarah as he had spoken. 2. Sarah conceived, and bore Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had spoken to him. 3. Abraham called his son who was born to him, whom Sarah bore to him, Isaac. 4. Abraham circumcised his son, Isaac, when he was eight days old, as God had commanded him. 5. Abraham was one hundred years old when his son, Isaac, was born to him. 6. Sarah said, "God has made me laugh. Everyone who hears will laugh with me." 7. She said, "Who would have said to Abraham that Sarah would nurse children? For I have borne him a son in his old age." 8. The child grew and was weaned. Abraham made a great feast on the day that Isaac was weaned. 9. Sarah saw the son of Hagar the Egyptian, whom she had borne to Abraham, mocking. 10. Therefore she said to Abraham, "Cast out this servant and her son! For the son of this servant will not be heir with my son, Isaac." 11. The thing was very grievous in Abraham"s sight on account of his son. 12. God said to Abraham, "Don"t let it be grievous in your sight because of the boy, and because of your servant. In all that Sarah says to you, listen to her voice. For your offspring will be named through Isaac. 13. I will also make a nation of the son of the servant, because he is your child." 14. Abraham rose up early in the morning, and took bread and a container of water, and gave it to Hagar, putting it on her shoulder; and gave her the child, and sent her away. She departed, and wandered in the wilderness of Beersheba. 15. The water in the container was spent, and she put the child under one of the shrubs. 16. She went and sat down opposite him, a good way off, about a bow shot away. For she said, "Don"t let me see the death of the child." She sat opposite him, and lifted up her voice, and wept. 17. God heard the voice of the boy. 18. Get up, lift up the boy, and hold him with your hand. For I will make him a great nation." 19. God opened her eyes, and she saw a well of water. She went, filled the container with water, and gave the boy a drink. 20. God was with the boy, and he grew. He lived in the wilderness, and as he grew up, he became an archer. 21. He lived in the wilderness of Paran. His mother got a wife for him out of the land of Egypt. 22. At that time, Abimelech and Phicol the captain of his army spoke to Abraham, saying, "God is with you in all that you do. 23. Now, therefore, swear to me here by God that you will not deal falsely with me, nor with my son, nor with my son"s son. But according to the kindness that I have done to you, you shall do to me, and to the land in which you have lived as a foreigner." 24. Abraham said, "I will swear." 25. Abraham complained to Abimelech because of a water well, which Abimelech"s servants had violently taken away. 26. Abimelech said, "I don"t know who has done this thing. You didn"t tell me, and I didn"t hear of it until today." 27. Abraham took sheep and cattle, and gave them to Abimelech. Those two made a covenant. 28. Abraham set seven ewe lambs of the flock by themselves. 29. Abimelech said to Abraham, "What do these seven ewe lambs, which you have set by themselves, mean?" 30. He said, "You shall take these seven ewe lambs from my hand, that it may be a witness to me, that I have dug this well." 31. Therefore he called that place Beersheba, because they both swore an oath there. 32. So they made a covenant at Beersheba. Abimelech rose up with Phicol, the captain of his army, and they returned into the land of the Philistines. 33. Abraham planted a tamarisk tree in Beersheba, and there he called on the name of Yahweh, the Everlasting God. 34. Abraham lived as a foreigner in the land of the Philistines many days.

Key Themes and Application

Background

This chapter of Scripture reveals important truths about God's character and His relationship with His people. The 21 Bible verses in this passage offer wisdom that applies to our daily lives.

Main Message

This passage contains timeless wisdom that speaks to believers across generations.

Life Application

  • Read these verses slowly and prayerfully, asking God to speak to you
  • Consider how this passage applies to your current circumstances
  • Journal about what God is teaching you through this Scripture
  • Share these insights with friends or in a small group setting

Reflection Questions

  • What stands out to you most in these 21 Bible verses?
  • How does this passage challenge or encourage you today?
  • What is God inviting you to do or believe through this Scripture?
  • Who in your life needs to hear the message of these verses?

About These 21 Bible Verses

Reading the Bible is more than just checking off a task on your list. When you open these 21 Bible verses from Genesis, you are entering into a conversation with God that has spanned thousands of years.

This chapter of Scripture invites you to slow down and listen. The words on these pages have comforted, challenged, and guided countless believers throughout history. As you read this passage, remember that God speaks through His Word to meet you right where you are.

Many people find it helpful to read these verses multiple times. First, read to understand the overall message. Then read again to notice specific words or phrases that stand out. Finally, read once more asking God to show you how this Scripture applies to your life today.

Why Study This Passage?

For Personal Growth

These 21 Bible verses offer wisdom for your journey. As you meditate on this passage, God uses His Word to shape your character, deepen your faith, and guide your decisions.

For Group Study

This chapter provides rich material for discussion. Reading these Bible verses with others allows you to gain new perspectives and encourage one another in faith.

For Teaching and Preaching

Pastors and teachers find in this passage timeless truths to share. The themes in these verses speak to people of all ages and backgrounds.

For Prayer and Worship

Let these words become your prayer. As you read, turn the verses into conversations with God, thanking Him for His promises and seeking His guidance.

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