This is the gift the Old Testament gives us on Holy Saturday. It is a long, patient, accumulated testimony. God is a God who provides in the place of sacrifice. He breathes life into the valley of death and will not abandon his holy one to the grave.
Abraham
God Protects What He Promises
Genesis 12:10–20; 20:1–7 Sarai found herself in danger because of her husband’s fear. Abraham, afraid for his own life, called her his sister, putting her in a vulnerable position before foreign kings. And yet, in the midst of human weakness, God intervened. He protected Sarai from harm, preserved her honor, and safeguarded the promise of … Continue reading God Protects What He Promises
Lord, Strengthen Our Capacity to Trust You
Read and reflect on Paul's description of Abraham in Romans 4:17-21: 17 as it is written, “I have made you the father of many nations” —in the presence of the God in whom he believed, who gives life to the dead and calls into existence the things that do not exist. 18 In hope he … Continue reading Lord, Strengthen Our Capacity to Trust You
Growing Strong in Trusting His Promises – Romans 4:17-21
ASPIRE: How do we grow strong in our faith? How do I strengthen my capacity to trust the Lord? 1. We grow strong in faith as we know what "is written" (v.17). One must know well God's promises before you can trust them. You must know someone well before you have a greater capacity to … Continue reading Growing Strong in Trusting His Promises – Romans 4:17-21
Adore our Promise-Keeping God – Romans 4:17-21
17 as it is written, “I have made you the father of many nations”—in the presence of the God in whom he believed, who gives life to the dead and calls into existence the things that do not exist. 18 In hope he believed against hope, that he should become the father of many nations, … Continue reading Adore our Promise-Keeping God – Romans 4:17-21
Growing Strong in Faith – Romans 4:17-21
As it is written, "I have made you the father of many nations"--in the presence of the God in whom he believed, who gives life to the dead and calls into existence the things that do not exist. 18In hope he believed against hope, that he should become the father of many nations, as he … Continue reading Growing Strong in Faith – Romans 4:17-21
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