Abraham Intercedes for Abimelech (Gen 20.7, 17)
What do we learn from this prayer offered by Abraham on behalf of Abimelech? Join Mark McDowell as he explores the background, meaning, and application of this prayer.
Melchizedek Blesses Abram (Gen 14.19-20)
A study of the prayer by the pagan priest, Melchizedek, who asks God to bless Abram. What does this passage teach us about prayer?
Noah’s Blessings and Curses (Gen 9.25-27)
Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he examines the second prayer found in the Bible: a blessings and curse-prayer by Noah. What can we learn about these types of prayer?
The Personal Name of God (Gen 4.26)
A short devotional study of the first mention of prayer in the Bible (Genesis 4.26). Study by Dr. Mark McDowell.
Introduction to the prayers of Genesis
Dr. Mark McDowell gives a summary of the prayers in Genesis before diving into a study of each prayer.