Living By Faith
Living by Faith: Abraham’s Story | Genesis 14 | The Source of Every Blessing
Abraham’s faith was a journey from doubt to a confidence that was willing to put his life on the line. Abraham learned that God was the source of every blessing and the unseen hand behind everything in his life.
Walking by Faith: The Life of Abraham | Genesis 15 | What To Do with Your Doubts
After a triumphant battle, Abraham begins to wonder why God hasn’t come through with his promises. He begins to doubt the plan of God and his faithfulness to his promises. God reassures Abraham by showing him a glimpse of his vast universe, gives him powerful words of reassurance but ultimately demonstrates his faithfulness through a ceremony which foreshadows the coming King.
Walking by Faith: The Story of Abraham | Genesis 16 | God Sees You
Often in our lives we might feel like outcasts, lost in a sea of confusion. Hagar’s oppression led her to leave her home to a place unknown. But in midst of her pain, God sees her, lifts her up and gives her an extraordinary promise. God is a God who sees, who restores and brings consolation.
Walking by Faith: The Story of Abraham | Genesis 18:22-26; 19:1-11 | Escaping Judgment
Sodom is often known as God’s judgment of fire on sexual sin. But we often miss the key themes of God’s justice and his compassion throughout this story. God’s problem is that his need for justice often conflicts with his desire to save all people. Only at the foot of the cross do we see how these seemingly contradictory ideas can be complementary.
Two Steps Forward, One Step Back | Genesis 20
Many people think the Christian life is a linear story of progress and growth. Abraham’s life shows us living by faith often involves losing our way, making the same mistakes and forgetting God’s faithfulness. Abraham’s relapse shows us the faithfulness of God and the power of God’s grace.
Genesis 22:1-19 | The Ultimate Test
Abraham faced one final test at the summit of his life. Abraham’s response to an overwhelming test is an extraordinary act of faith. Abraham’s last act shows us that faith means entrusting to God our ultimate desires even when we don’t understand. Abraham’s final encounter is one last preview of the greatest act of sacrifice and love found in Jesus.