Genesis 17:17
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In Genesis 17:17, Abraham laughs when God tells him he will have a son even though he is 100 years old and Sarah is 90. Abraham questions if this is possible given their ages. The verse highlights Abraham's doubt and God's promise.
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Imagine if your grandparents, who are very old, said they were going to have a baby. You'd probably laugh and think, 'How is that possible?' That's how Abraham felt when God told him he would have a baby at 100 years old!
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The Book of Genesis, traditionally attributed to Moses, was written around 1440-1400 BCE. This chapter details God's covenant with Abraham and the promise of a future son, despite Abraham and Sarah's advanced ages. This event took place in a culture that placed great importance on lineage and the continuation of family through offspring.
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Consider a scenario where a couple, long past their childbearing years, decides to adopt a child. They might feel like Abraham, questioning the feasibility of their decision, but ultimately find joy and fulfillment in their unexpected family growth.