Excerpt from A Class-Book of Old Testament History
Seeing that the tree was good for food, that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit, and did eat, and gave also unto her husband with her, and he did eat. Thus the fell counsels of the Tempter were accomplished. Through want of faith in God's word, through a longing for independence, through a vain desire to become gods unto themselves, our first parents were beguiled into sin, and when their eyes were opened, instead of greater happiness they now experienced the strange and hither to unknown consciousness of shame, and degradation, and unmeetness for God's presence (gen. Iii. 1.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the history of the patriarchs of the Old Testament from their humble beginnings to an established nation. It follows the lives of Jacob and his sons, focusing on Joseph's rise to power in Egypt. The book traces how God works His purposes out even while humans are focused on their daily lives. It sheds light on the ancient world, focusing on religious and social practices of the time. The author shows how Joseph's faith remained strong even during challenging times. The book is a thought-provoking and insightful examination of the lives of the patriarchs, their faith, their struggles, and their eventual triumph. It is a story that continues to inspire readers and is a valuable resource for understanding the historical and theological context of the Bible. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282124021_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282124021
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