Genesis, 20

13. So when God made me wander far from my father's home I said to her, "There is an act of love you can do me: everywhere we go, say of me that I am your brother." '

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Genesis 20 describes the story of Abraham and Sara during her stay in generating. Abraham, fearing for his life, presents Sara as her sister instead of his wife, leading King Abimelech to take Sara for himself. God intervenes in a dream and Abimelech returns Sarah to Abraham, rebuking him for deceiving him. The verses selected below relate to the themes of deceit, divine protection and repentance.

Proverbs 12:19: "The true lip remains forever, but the lying language, only for a moment." This proverb relates to the theme of deception in Genesis 20, highlighting the importance of honesty and truth.

Psalm 121:7-8: "The Lord shall keep Him from all evil; He will keep His soul. The Lord shall keep His departure and entry from now on and forever." These verses talk about divine protection, which is clearly seen in Genesis 20 when God prevents Abimelech from taping Sara.

Proverbs 28:13: "He who covers his transgressions will never prosper; but what confesses them and leaves them will reach mercy." This proverb relates to the theme of repentance, seen in Genesis 20, when Abimelech confesses his mistake to God and receives mercy.

Psalm 34:18: "Near the lord of those who have a broken heart, and save the contrite of spirit." This verse highlights God's compassion for those who are repented and broken, which is seen in Genesis 20 when Abimelech humbles himself before God.

Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust the Lord of all your heart, and do not stir in your own understanding. Recognizes him in all your ways, and he will straighten your paths." These verses talk about the importance of trust in God and submission to Him in all areas of life, which is a central theme in Genesis 20.