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In the Old Testament, Jehovah is repeatedly called the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Thus, it is significant that you understand not only who Abraham is but also why the Lord chose Isaac and Jacob to be the first of the house of Israel.
Patriarchal blessings identify Church members’ lineage to Abraham through one of the twelve tribes of Israel. In addition to those who are literal blood-lineage descendants, Abraham’s descendants are all those who make the same gospel covenants as Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
5 lut 2022 · The Patriarchs and You. As a member of the Church, you are part of the posterity of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The covenant they made with God applies to you! You have the blessing and responsibility to bear your testimony of the Savior and share the gospel.
16 lut 2022 · Simply put, the Lord’s promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob are also promises to us in the latter days. He promised Abraham that He would be with him, that He would bless those who bless Him and curse those who cursed Him.
This part of your blessing is a reminder that you are the seed of Abraham, and that you do receive all the blessings of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This includes family, the priesthood, the temple ordinances, temple marriage, the sacrament, and the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
17 sty 2014 · god covenants with abraham. Abraham grew up in an apostate household and a home that was not just broken but shattered. The very first thing he tells us about himself in the book of Abraham is that he has figured out that he needs to find a new residence (see Abraham 1:1).
In Genesis 24–27, the narrative moves from the life of Abraham to the lives of the successive patriarchs, Isaac and Jacob. When it comes to their character and adherence to God’s commands, they are no less disappointing than Abraham. God chooses his people based on his love for them.
