WHY did LOT's DAUGHTERS SLEEP with their OWN FATHER? The Complete Story of Lot in the Bible.

imagine a scenario of wickedness and depravity where humans seek relations with angels and daughters become pregnant by their own father today we'll delve into the story of lot a man whose choices placed him at the epicenter of extraordinary events get ready to witness the judgment and wrath of God culminating in the destruction of a civilization before we dive into today's content make sure to hit that like button subscribe to the channel and and don't forget to turn on the notification Bell so you never miss out on our latest updates lot's initial accounts in the Bible

are documented in the Book of Genesis starting from chapter 11 The Narrative of lot a Biblical figure begins with uncertainty about the origin and meaning of his name some Scholars suggest that it may represent the idea of a veil that covers indicating a reference to the importance of presenting oneself well before before others according to the Bible after his father's death lot left Ur of the calans and traveled to Haron accompanied by his grandfather Tara his uncle Abraham and Sarai when Abraham departed from Haron after Tara's death lot followed him to Canaan During a severe

famine in Canaan lot and Abraham went down to Egypt and settled there however after being deceived the pharaoh of Egypt expelled Abraham and Sarai leading lot to return with them to Canaan during this period both Abraham and lot prospered significantly their herds grew to a point where the region could no longer accommodate both leading to disputes among their Shepherds the contrast between Abraham and lot in the biblical narrative is primarily evidenced by the fundamental choices they make in the face of opportunities and challenges presented in their Journeys Abraham is characterized by his obedience and Trust

in in God's promises which is reflected in how he leads his life his faith directs his choices and he becomes a notable example of an individual who places Divine will above his Earthly interests recall the episode of the three mysterious visitors in mamra one day Abraham is sitting at the entrance of his tent under the shade of The Oaks of mamre when suddenly he perceives the presence of three men standing before him the intens of the account suggests that these visitors have an extraordinary nature as Abraham quickly prostrates himself in reverence before them at this

moment he demonstrates remarkable Hospitality inviting them to stay and rest while offering water to wash their feet and food to restore their strength it is during this encounter that Abraham and Sarah received surprising and transformative news one of the visitors reveals that in that same period of the next year Sarah despite her old age would have a child this Divine promise aligns with the previous one in which God had assured Abraham of numerous descendants comparable to the stars in the sky the account of the visit to mamre not only showcases Abraham's exemplary Hospitality but also

unveils the intimate and personal nature of the relationship between God and His faithful servant on the other hand lot seemed to be increasing ly influenced by the Temptations of the material world and enticed by seemingly prosperous opportunities for these reasons Abraham and lot decided to part ways at the time of the separation Abraham graciously allowed lot to choose the land first Abraham's decision to separate from lot aiming to preserve Harmony and avoid conflicts underscores the spiritual maturity of this patriarch who values peace and community Union with God above material disputes lot chose the Lush Plains

of the Jordan towards the Dead Sea near Sodom he was drawn by the beauty and fertility of the region allowing himself to be influenced by purely material considerations this decision while understandable from a human perspective highlights lot's vulnerability to the seductions of the world in contrast to Abraham's spiritual steadfastness after the separation lot settled in Sodom where he quickly became involved in local Affairs and seemed to have achieved a prominent social position however the Bible describes the inhabitants of Sodom as extremely Wicked a situation that deeply distressed lot the Apostle Peter in the New Testament

describes how lot was tormented daily by the evil he witnessed in the city while lot was in Sodom a battle unfolded in which Kings from Mesopotamia defeated the cities of Sodom Gomorrah adma zeboim and zoah in this conflict all the possessions of Sodom were plundered and many inhabitants including lot were captured informed of the events Abraham organized a rescue force that in a nighttime battle defeated the enemy Army and recovered lot's belongings and his family it was in this episode that Abraham encountered melkisedek despite the war involving Sodom lot did not leave the city and

his story continues in the Bible the narrative progresses with the visitation of angels to Sodom the city remained engulfed in chaos and perversion the divine presence in the corrupt city underscores God's concern for human wickedness this situation resonates with the message of Jeremiah 23:24 emphasizing that God is attentive to the cry resulting from Injustice divine intervention in human Affairs reflects God's commitment to to righteousness and his willingness to act in the face of evil the Lord declares his intention to investigate the sins of Sodom thus revealing his Justice and rejection of iniquity however faced with

such disappointment God decides to destroy the city the biblical narrative emphasizes the depravity of the inhabitants of Sodom especially evident in how they treated the angels of the Lord the men of Sodom in their sinful conduct desired to have sexual relations with the angels a behavior that was a major reason for the city's destruction during this turmoil lot tried to calm the situation in a controversial Way by offering his daughters to the men of the city an action that reflects his weakness and the harmful effects of the city on him at this moment the Bible

delves into Abraham's courageous intercession before the Lord revealing a genuine quest for divine understanding and Justice Abraham aware of the imminent destruction of Sodom dares to question God about the possibility of sparing the righteous along with the Wicked This audacious dialogue resonates with the exhortation in James 5 verse 16 which emphasizes the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective The Narrative continues with the Bold negotiation between Abraham and God where Abraham dares to question the possibility of sparing the city for the sake of the righteous Psalm 86:15 reflects this context proclaiming but you

Lord are a compassionate and gracious God slow to anger abounding in love and faithfulness this reflection highlights God's willingness to hear the pleas of his servants and his Readiness to act with compassion in response to fervent intercession the story reveals not only God's compassion but also the the importance of persistence in Seeking Justice and mercy when God decided to destroy the cities of the plain including Sodom and Gomorrah the Bible recounts a significant event before the destruction of Sodom lot and his family were rescued by two angels sent by the Lord this Deliverance occurred thanks

to Divine Mercy and God's commitment to the Covenant established with Abraham faced with the insistence of the inhabitants of Sodom in capturing the Angels these eventually Afflicted the men with blindness the Angels then commanded lot to remove his entire family from The Condemned City lot hesitated to leave Sodom requiring the angels to lead him forcibly out of the city during the escape the family was warned not to look back however Lot's wife disobeyed this order and was transformed into a pillar of salt the transformation of Lot's wife into a salt statue is is a dramatic

representation of the consequences when we disregard God's guidance lot though spared from imminent destruction is not exempt from the moral consequences of his choices his decision to dwell near Sodom exposed his family to a corrosive environment and the story reveals lot's struggle to maintain his moral Integrity amid the surrounding corruption the struggle of lot resonates with contemporary challenges faced by Christians who often find themselves in societies permeated by values opposed to the teachings of the Bible after leaving Sodom lot and his two daughters moved to a small town fearing for their lives they took refuge

in a cave in a mountainous region showing a hesitation to fully trust in God's plan this attitude contrasts with the unwavering trust Abraham demonstrated during his journey even in the face of uncertainties and challenges lot 's decision to take refuge in a cave symbolizes in a way the human tendency to seek isolation when confronted with adversity the cave may represent not only a physical shelter but also a state of emotional and spiritual seclusion this raises the question of how traumatic experiences can impact a person's ability to fully engage in life and relationships it was in

this place that a terrible event occurred fearing for their safety lot's daughters were concerned about preserving the family's Offspring feeling isolated and without the prospect of finding husbands they devised a plan at a certain point lot's daughters intoxicated their father and motivated by a lack of understanding of moral and ethical Norms each of them lay with lot on successive nights seeking to generate Offspring from this incestuous Union Moab and benami were born giving rise to the nation of the moabites and ammonites respectively these peoples caused various problems for the Israelites throughout Biblical history The Narrative

about Lot in the Bible continues highlighting his complex and controversial relationship with his daughters after the events in Sodom however after this point lot's story remains without further details it is unclear whether he managed to rebuild his life or ended his days in the cave in the mountains where the events with his daughters took place it's important to note that the Apostle Peter mentions lot in his Second Epistle specifically in chapter 2: 7 and 8 this passage is another reference to the episode of the destruction of Sodom and gomorah in the New Testament Jesus mentions

lot in the Gospel of Luke in an apocalyptic context recalling the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah and lot's salvation this account serves as a reminder for the end times emphasizing the importance of Readiness and obedience to God the biblical account shows us that lot had the opportunity to learn from Abraham known as the father of Faith however unlike his uncle Abraham lot did not follow Faith but rather his own perceptions and desires this personal approach brought many afflictions and left deep scars on his family lot's story serves as an example of the consequences of choices

guided more by personal Visions than by faith and divine guidance valuable lessons for current Christian Life emerge from this account the story of Sodom and Gomorrah highlights the importance of making ethical choices even when facing cultural pressures Paul in his letter to the Romans exorts Believers not to conform to the standards of this world but to be transformed by the renewal of the Mind Romans 12 verse two this passage demonstrates the need for contemporary Christians to stand firm in their faith and moral values regardless of external influences I hope you enjoyed today's video if you've

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