How Isaac Found His Wife

When Abraham got very old, he wanted to find a wife for his son Isaac. Abraham didn't want Isaac to marry just anyone—he wanted Isaac to marry a woman who loved God, from Abraham's own family. So Abraham called his most trusted servant and said, 'Travel back to the land where I grew up and find a wife for Isaac there.'

When the servant arrived at a well, he knew he needed God's help. He prayed an amazing prayer: 'LORD, when I ask a young woman for a drink, let the right one say, "Yes, and I'll also get water for all your camels!" That's how I'll know she's the one You've chosen for Isaac.'

Before the servant even finished praying, a beautiful young woman named Rebekah came to the well. The servant asked, 'Please give me a little water.' Rebekah immediately said, 'Of course! Drink, sir!' But then she said something that made the servant's heart jump: 'I'll draw water for your camels, too, until they've had enough!' She ran back and forth until all ten thirsty camels had drunk their fill. The servant watched in amazement—God had answered his prayer exactly!

The servant gave Rebekah beautiful golden jewelry and asked who her family was. When he found out she was Abraham's great-niece, he bowed down and thanked God! Rebekah ran home to tell her family.

The servant explained his whole mission and how God had answered his prayer through Rebekah. Her family could see that God was in this plan, so they asked Rebekah, 'Will you go with this man to marry Isaac?' Rebekah bravely said, 'I will go!' The very next day, they began the journey back to where Isaac lived.

This wonderful story teaches us that we can pray very specific prayers and God hears us. When we're kind and helpful like Rebekah, God can use our good character to fulfill His plans!