The Lord Will

Genesis 12:20

β€œAnd Pharaoh commanded his men concerning him: and they sent him away, and his wife, and all that he had. ”

KJV

Read in Genesis 12

Meaning

Pharaoh orders Abram, Sarai, and their possessions to leave Egypt under escort, bringing the episode to a decisive close.

Read carefully

The material possessions Abram carries away do not convert the episode into a success story. The household departs after deception has been exposed and rebuked.

Reflection

Genesis 12 closes the Egypt episode with preservation but not vindication: God's promise continues even though Abram's conduct has required correction.