Genesis 18:19 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgment; that the LORD may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I know Abraham well enough to be sure that he will teach his children and his whole family to follow the Lord's ways, doing what is right and just. This way, the Lord can fulfill all the promises He has made to Abraham.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is explaining that He chose Abraham because He knows Abraham will teach his family to live righteously, which will allow God to keep His promises to them.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes during God's conversation with Abraham before destroying Sodom and Gomorrah. God is explaining why He chose Abraham to be the father of a great nation. In ancient times, the head of a household was responsible for the moral and spiritual instruction of everyone in their care, including children, servants, and extended family.

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