So Abraham said to the oldest servant of his house, who ruled over all that he had, “Please, put your hand under my thigh, and I will make you swear by the Lord, the God of heaven and the God of the earth, that you will not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, among whom I dwell. Genesis 24.2-3

We don’t know the name of the servant mentioned in the text above, but he must have been very special to be entrusted with such an important task. He was probably the same servant that Abraham referred to as the heir to all that he had because he had no descendant, the Damascene Eliezer (Genesis 15.2).

Isaac’s future wife could not be pagan (Canaanite). In addition to being part of Abraham’s family, she would have to be willing to do what he did, leave her family, her father’s house, her land and go in the direction of the land the servant would show her.

Concerned that she might not agree to go meet her future husband, the servant suggested that Isaac go to Haran with him.

And the servant said to him, “Perhaps the woman will not be willing to follow me to this land. Must I take your son back to the land from which you came?” But Abraham said to him, “Beware that you do not take my son back there. Genesis 24.5-6

Abraham did not allow the servant to take Isaac back to the land he came from. It’s as if Abraham would rather have his son become a eunuch than go back to where he left, because this could put God’s entire purpose for Abraham’s descendants at risk.

After all, those who hear the Voice of God never turn back. This explains why so many have forsaken the faith, the Altar, and God’s promises to listen to the voice of their heart, therefore disregarding God’s calling.

But because his conviction in God’s promises surpassed all the difficulties, Abraham knew that God would not forsake him.

The Lord God of heaven, who took me from my father’s house and from the land of my family, and who spoke to me and swore to me, saying, ‘To your descendants I give this land,’ He will send His angel before you, and you shall take a wife for my son from there. Genesis 24.7

Stop and think of the disaster that would be Abraham’s descendants if Isaac married a woman who was unwilling to live by faith?

Believing the angel was with him, the servant prayed (Genesis 24.12-14). Before he could even finish praying, a young woman appeared and did exactly as the servant asked God in prayer. He had a great responsibility, so he was thorough in his prayer.

Notice that when our intention is in accordance with God’s will, the answer is certain. It may be delayed, but it will not fail.

Only a faithful servant can identify another servant. Rebekah’s characteristics were evident: humble, ready to serve, God-fearing, and ready to leave her family, her father’s house, toward the beginning of a great nation.

Then they called Rebekah and said to her, “Will you go with this man?” And she said, “I will go…” And they blessed Rebekah and said to her: Our sister, may you become the mother of thousands of ten thousands; and may your descendants possess the gates of those who hate them.” Genesis 24.58-60

And if she had said, “No, I will not go with him,” what would become of her? The same would happen like we’ve seen happen in the lives of those that are clinging to Haran nowadays. They have an insignificant life, no expression, no testimony, and flavorless. But because she said yes, she became a great blessing, just like her father-in-law and her husband.

Rebekah’s vision was spiritual and this has been the Universal Church’s vision, which celebrated 42 years of existence, continuing this nation! Those who bless us are blessed, and those who curse us…

If you have no to God, it is never too late to turn back and say yes. The God of Abraham is waiting for you.

For those who say yes, how wonderful! You become your own blessing and no one can resist you until the end of time!

May God bless you all!