Genesis 12-17 & Abraham 1-2 I Come Follow Me I Handmaidens, Harems and Bold Women

The discussion centers on the biblical figures of Sarai, also known as Sarah, and Hagar, exploring their complex relationships and the cultural practices of the time. Sarai, who is closely related to Abraham, faces challenges as they navigate life in ancient Egypt during a famine. The narrative highlights Sarai's role as a praying woman who receives divine direction, showcasing her strength and faith amid adversity.

As Sarai struggles with infertility, she proposes that Abraham have a child with her maidservant Hagar, a common practice of the era. This decision leads to tension between the two women, resulting in Hagar's pride and subsequent mistreatment by Sarai. The intervention of an angel brings Hagar back to her position, emphasizing the importance of divine guidance in their lives. The relationship between Sarai and Hagar evolves, illustrating themes of jealousy, trust, and reconciliation.

The episode also touches on the transformative moments when both Sarai and Abraham receive new names and renewed promises from God, marking a pivotal point in their journey. The narrative concludes with a reminder of the importance of patience and faith in awaiting divine blessings, reflecting on the enduring relevance of these ancient stories in contemporary spiritual practice.

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0:00 Intro - Women in the Book of Abraham 1:30 Three righteous daughters of Onitah sacrificed 4:05 Who is Sarai? What’s her story? 7:40 Abraham & Sarah’s righteous examples 11:57 Who is Hagar? What’s her story? 15:05 Angelic visitation to Hagar as a pattern 18:11 Abraham & Sarah receive new names in covenant

In this episode, Lynne Hilton Wilson explores the stories of faithful women in the Old Testament who demonstrated deep obedience, covenant loyalty, and unwavering trust in God—even when their discipleship required real sacrifice. Through an LDS lens, she highlights how women were vital participants in God’s covenant work, not merely background figures. Their lives show that faith in the Lord often requires courage, patience, and a willingness to place divine promises above personal comfort or social expectations.

A special focus is given to Sarah in Genesis 12 and the Book of Abraham, following the journey she and Abraham make to Egypt during a time of famine. There, they encounter serious danger as Abraham fears for his life because of Sarah’s beauty, leading to complex moral and spiritual tests. From an LDS perspective, Sarah’s faith, unity with Abraham, and trust in God’s protection reveal a woman deeply committed to the covenant path. Her story—marked by risk, displacement, and divine deliverance—invites viewers to appreciate the spiritual strength of covenant women and to see how their examples still guide Latter-day Saints striving to live faithfully today.

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