by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him” (Romans 5:9). 2. The Condemnation of Cain’s Offering (Genesis 4:4–7) “The LORD had respect unto Abel and to his offering; But unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect” (Genesis 4:4, 5). • The conspicuousness of the condemnation. The respect in regard to offerings in the Old Testament was shown by fire coming down from heaven and consuming the offering (the contest between Elijah and the prophets of Baal show this practice clearly). Abel’s
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