And Sarah my master’s wife bare a son to my master when she was old: and unto him hath he given all that he hath.
This verse belongs to the account of Abraham arranging a wife for Isaac, the account of Isaac's marriage. In that account Isaac is heir to the promises through whom the world would be blessed. Abraham's conduct in arranging the marriage is an example of a father guiding his household and his children's affections toward suitable companions.
At forty, Isaac accepted his father's judgment in choosing a wife for him. He accepted his father's servant choosing a wife for him. He was obedient and trusting that God would guide the choice of his wife. The marriage is an example of making the choice of a wife in the fear of God and with prayerful guidance. Children who profess to fear God are urged to imitate Isaac's example.
This verse belongs to the account of Abraham arranging a wife for Isaac, the account of Isaac's marriage. In that account Isaac is heir to the promises through whom the world would be blessed. Abraham's conduct in arranging the marriage is an example of a father guiding his household and his children's affections toward suitable companions.
At forty, Isaac accepted his father's judgment in choosing a wife for him. He accepted his father's servant choosing a wife for him. He was obedient and trusting that God would guide the choice of his wife. The marriage is an example of making the choice of a wife in the fear of God and with prayerful guidance. Children who profess to fear God are urged to imitate Isaac's example.