🔴 Genesis 17 - Verses 9-14 - The Covenant of Circumcision

Genesis 17 is a pivotal moment in the Bible where God renews His covenant with Abram, giving him the new name Abraham — "Father of Many Nations." Sarai is also renamed Sarah, and God promises they will have a son, Isaac, despite their old age. The covenant is sealed with the command of circumcision, marking Abraham’s descendants as God's chosen people. God also blesses Ishmael and promises he, too, will become a great nation. This chapter emphasizes faith, identity, and the everlasting promise of God.

📖 Key Highlights:
✔️ God reaffirms His covenant with Abram (Genesis 17:1-2)
✔️ Abram becomes Abraham — “Father of Many Nations” (Genesis 17:4-5)
✔️ Sarai becomes Sarah, “Mother of Nations” (Genesis 17:15-16)
✔️ Promise of Isaac is made, despite their old age (Genesis 17:19)
✔️ God blesses Ishmael with a great nation (Genesis 17:20)
✔️ Circumcision is introduced as a sign of the covenant (Genesis 17:9-14, 23-27)

🌍 A chapter of new names, new promises, and lasting covenants!

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