Bible Talk — A podcast by 9Marks & Southern Seminary Genesis 15–17: On The Lord's Covenant Ceremony, Sarah's Covenant Scheme, and Abraham's Covenant Sign (Bible Talk, Ep. 5)
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Oct 7, 2020 
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Covenant Ceremony Explained
- The animal-cutting and torch symbolism show God solemnly swearing to keep his promises to Abram.
- The smoking pot and torch represent God's presence and his self-imposed curse if he fails.
Deep Sleep And Marital Overtones
- The deep sleep on Abram echoes the Adam rib episode and colors the covenant with marital overtones.
- The ceremony's imagery links covenant, marriage, and God's personal commitment to Abram.
Promise Schemes Mirror Eden
- Abram and Sarah's surrogate plan with Hagar mirrors Genesis 3 dynamics and exposes moral failure.
- Moses does not whitewash Abram; the narrative preserves his faith yet records real sin.