In today’s episode of Word for Word: The Bible, we read Genesis chapters 14–16, continuing the story of Abram as God’s promises are tested by real-world conflict, uncertainty, and waiting. This passage includes Abram’s rescue of Lot, his encounter with Melchizedek, God’s covenant promise of descendants as numerous as the stars, and the consequences of human impatience through Hagar and Ishmael. These chapters reveal both God’s unwavering faithfulness and the tension that arises when people struggle to trust His timing. Each episode of Word for Word: The Bible features a brief prayer, a complete Scripture reading, and a short reflection to help frame the passage as the story unfolds.
Welcome to Day 5 of Word for Word: The Bible.
In today’s episode, we read Genesis chapters 14–16 word for word from the New International Version (NIV). These chapters continue the story of Abram and reveal how God’s promises unfold amid conflict, waiting, and human weakness.
Today’s reading includes:
Genesis 14–16 shows Abram acting in faith and courage, while also wrestling with uncertainty and delay. God’s covenant remains firm, even when people attempt to take matters into their own hands. These chapters remind us that God’s promises do not depend on human perfection, but on His faithfulness.
Each episode of Word for Word: The Bible includes:
Whether you are reading the Bible for the first time or following along in a year-long journey, you are invited to listen daily as we move through Scripture together—word for word.