Gen 19:23 The sun was risen upon the earth when Lot entered into Zoar. The fact that the sun was risen upon the earth tells us quite a bit about the time it took Lot to flee to Zoar. We don't know exactly how far the sun was risen, but it would be safe to say... Continue Reading →
Unveiling Lot: The Intercessor
We now come to what I believe is the great highlight of Lot's life, and perhaps one of the most overlooked and misunderstood moments of his life - Lot becomes an intercessor. Let's enter into the text: Gen 19:17 And it came to pass, when they had brought them forth abroad, that he said, Escape... Continue Reading →
Unveiling Lot: Escalation
We last left Lot outside his house, having closed the door behind him, facing a crowd of men of unspecified number who are intent on sexually assaulting the visitors he has inside. These men are ranging in age from young to old and in status in society from every quarter. Let's pick up from there.... Continue Reading →
Unveiling Lot: The Showdown
Previously we've set up the scenario for Sodom. It's important to keep that in mind as we now head into the core section of the story. The two things to remember are: 1. Sodom looked pleasant and normal, much as our everyday life. 2. The primary sin of Sodom is pride. As we progress in... Continue Reading →
Unveiling Lot – The Gates of Sodom
In the opening to the key story of Lot, there is a short sentence that sets the stage and tells us quite a bit about Lot. Genesis 19:1 "and Lot sat in the gate of Sodom:" There are generally two opinions as to why Lot sat in the gate of Sodom. We will be rebutting... Continue Reading →
Unveiling Lot – Welcome to Sodom
Now we come to the meat of the story of Lot. Up till this point, Lot has really been a side character, but for this chapter, and this chapter alone he suddenly takes the stage for a brief moment in time. It's not specified how much time has passed between Lot's rescue by Abraham and... Continue Reading →
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