"The Sign of the Covenant"Genesis 17:12-13.

In Genesis 17:12-13, God establishes the covenant of circumcision with Abraham. God instructs Abraham that every male in his household, including those born in his house and those acquired through money, must be circumcised. This act of circumcision serves as a physical sign of the covenant between God and Abraham's descendants. God emphasizes that this covenant is to be an everlasting covenant, signifying their special relationship and marking them as His chosen people. Those who are not circumcised will be cut off from their people, breaking the covenant with God. This passage illustrates the importance of obedience and the establishment of a unique identity for the people of God.