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April 24, 2026 - Equipped 2026 - Day 2 - 3:30 PM Session This lectureship sermon walks through Genesis chapters 15–17, exploring how God's promises are revealed and fulfilled in the lives of Abram/Abraham, Sarai/Sarah, Hagar, Ishmael and the promised son Isaac. Delivered by a minister at a Christian lectureship (no guest speakers), the message focuses on biblical-history, covenant theology, and practical application for believers today. Genesis 15 is presented as a chapter of assurance: Abram's fear about being childless, God's repeated promise (look to the stars), and the covenant-ceremony with divided animals and the smoking oven/burning torch that confirms God's presence and sworn commitment. The preacher emphasizes that God is our shield and exceedingly great reward, and that past fulfillments of promise (culminating in Christ) give us confidence in future promises. Genesis 16 examines the danger of human attempts to "help" God: Sarai's plan to use Hagar, the painful consequences of that decision, Hagars flight and encounter with the angel of the Lord, and the birth and future character of Ishmael. The sermon warns that planning for God reveals a lack of faith, produces dissatisfaction, and ultimately fails to achieve Gods intended purpose. Genesis 17 highlights the renewal and clarification of God's covenant: Abram's name becomes Abraham, Sarai's name becomes Sarah, the covenant sign of circumcision is commanded (on the eighth day), and the promise of Isaacs coming is made explicit. The speaker notes the wisdom of the eighth-day command (medical context of clotting/prothrombin) and commends Abraham's prompt obedience, while noting God's broader mercy toward Ishmael. Key takeaways and applications: God's promises can carry us through deep fears; they do not require our feeble adjustments; and they point to a bright future founded on Gods faithfulness and oath (Hebrews 6). Listeners are encouraged to trust God's timing, rely on His presence, and find hope in the fulfilled and yet-to-be-fulfilled promises revealed throughout Scripture. Duration 37:26

Guest Preacher Doug Warren of Standing Stone Ministry joined us again this week to share part 2 of his message taken from Hebrews 11 (the great "Hall of Faith", also known as the "Faith Chapter"). Doug's sermon focuses on the examples of Abram (Abraham) and Sarai (Sarah), who, at God's calling, left their home and sojourned. God promised Abram both an inheritance (“the Promised Land”) and a legacy: "Then the Lord took Abram outside and said to him, 'Look up into the sky and count the stars if you can. That's how many descendants you will have!' " – Genesis 15:5 (NLT)In the words of the old hymn: "I'm but a stranger here, Heaven is my home."

May 18, 2026Today's Reading: Ezekiel 36:22-28Daily Lectionary: Numbers 14:26-45; Numbers 15:1-41; Luke 18:35-19:10"O Lord, command what you will and grant what you command." (Confessions, St. Augustine of Hippo) In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. People often put their names on valuable belongings, even items they treasure solely for sentimental reasons that are unfathomable to others. One's name is tantamount to possession and value. God's name upon His people, Israel, equals His possession of them as well as their value to Him. Beginning with Abraham, God did not choose His people based on their goodness, morality, or value. When God first called Abraham (originally Abram), he was a pagan who worshipped the pagan gods of his Chaldean family. Even as Abram/Abraham responded to the Lord's promise to him and His offspring, he still violated that trust in numerous ways, just as would Isaac, Jacob/Israel, and his sons. From there, it gets no better. From then through the time of the Judges, then the Kings and Prophets, God's people continued to stray from His will. Time and time again, there was grumbling against God, tempting God, fornication, and murder, and all of this emanating from their constant propensity for idolatry. How could God place His holy name upon such a wretched people as these? How could He call them His people, His treasured possession (Exodus 19:5, Deuteronomy 7:6), even, “the apple of His eye” (Deuteronomy 32:10)? The answer is found in God's own declaration concerning Himself first in Exodus 34:6, and repeated not less than five times in Numbers, in Nehemiah, in the Psalms, and in the Prophets Joel and Jonah: “The LORD, the LORD, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness…” In merciful and gracious steadfast love, God placed His name upon Israel. God's name is His reputation, and His reputation is mercy. Through Ezekiel, God reminded Israel that they had done nothing to earn His favor. "It is not for your sake … that I am about to act, but for the sake of my holy name." (Ezekiel 36:22) This is the very reason that you can trust your Baptism! When God sprinkled clean water on you, making you clean (Ezekiel 36:25), it came with His name placed upon you, the mark of Christ's cross placed upon your brow and heart. How is it that God would or could save you, a poor, miserable sinner? God's name is His reputation, and His reputation is mercy. He saves you not for your sake, but for the sake of His holy name, which you bear. “By grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” (Ephesians 2:8) In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. O Christian, firmly hold this gift And give God thanks forever! It gives the power to uplift In all that you endeavor. When nothing else revives your soul, Your Baptism stands and makes you whole And then in death completes you. (LSB 596:5)Rev. Jeffrey Ries, pastor of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tacoma, WA

Series: God's Promises, Our JourneyTitle: "Are You Marked by the Promise or by the Promiser (Promise-maker)?"Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27Romans 4:9-12Galatians 5:16-17Colossians 2:11-12Bottom Line: The sign (mark) identifies you—but the Promiser defines you.INTRODUCTIONCONTEXTSERMON OUTLINECONCLUSIONNOTESOUTLINESQUESTIONS TO CONSIDER DISCUSSION QUESTIONSMAIN REFERENCES USEDMy opening prayer: Lord God, help us grow to be and do like Jesus, while abiding in him and leading others to do the same. ⸻Context (Opening Paragraph)In Genesis 12, God calls Abram and makes a life-altering promise—to make him into a great nation. (Among other things) In Genesis 15, that promise becomes a formal covenant, secured entirely by God Himself. (Remember the flame and smoking pot? Abram sleeping?)Now in Genesis 17, that same covenant is expanded—Abram becomes Abraham, Sarai becomes Sarah, and God establishes circumcision as the covenant sign. The promise is now not only declared and guaranteed, but embodied and carried forward through generations.This isn't the first time God used a symbol to remind us of a covenant. Rainbow (Noah)Circumcision (Abraham)Sabbath (Moses)Baptism (New covenant)There's another one that isn't in the bible but is used in Christian tradition…⸻Opening Illustration (Wedding Ring)“When my daughters were younger, I used to tease them with my wedding ring. I'd slip it off and say, ‘Look, I'm not married anymore.' Then I'd put it back on—‘Now I am.' Back and forth—married, not married. They'd laugh, but also feel the tension. Then I'd say, ‘No, really—we're still married whether the ring is on or off. The ring is just a symbol of the covenant promise I made before God.'Think about the symbols we sometimes cling to—church attendance, family heritage, even baptism or communion. These are good, but they're signs. The real question is: are we holding on to the sign, or the One who made the promise?”⸻Bottom Line: The sign identifies you—but the Promiser defines you.⸻Outline (Genesis 17) 13 years later...(after Gen 16)1. God Reaffirms His Covenant (vv. 1–8)• “I am God Almighty… walk before me and be blameless”• Abram → Abraham (identity shift)• Covenant remains rooted in God's initiative

The Blood of Christ and the Courtroom of Heaven – Part 1 | KIB 520 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing   Description In KIB Episode 520, Dr. Michael and Mary Lou Lake address the spiritual intensity surrounding this season (Purim, "blood moon," and heightened occult activity) and then go deep into a foundational subject the remnant must understand: the power of the Blood of Jesus. This is not superstition. It's not a chant. It's not a ritual. The Blood of Jesus is covenant reality—a legal transaction that secures redemption, silences accusation, and anchors spiritual warfare in heaven's courtroom. In this episode: Why the enemy pushes believers toward formula-based "churchianity" Passover blood: covenant protection before judgment falls (Exodus 12) "The life is in the blood" and substitutionary atonement (Leviticus 17:11) The Blood of Jesus: eternal redemption (Hebrews 9:12) Why the Blood "speaks better things than Abel" (Hebrews 12:24) How victory works in warfare: Blood + testimony + covenant fidelity (Revelation 12:11) Why spiritual maturity requires depth in the basics

Interestingly the "toledah" in Genesis 11:27 (a word explained in the message) doesn't highlight Abram/Abraham, it highlights Abram's father, Terah!  Understanding what we can about this family prepares us for Abram's call in chapter 12.

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Remnant has an anointing for Philip Snell, who will be taking over as leader. Then guest speaker Richard Cleary from Tikkun gives us a teaching on God's covenants, starting with Abram/Abraham. Please accept our apologies for several interruptions due to technical difficulties.

Remnant has an anointing for Philip Snell, who will be taking over as leader. Then guest speaker Richard Cleary from Tikkun gives us a teaching on God's covenants, starting with Abram/Abraham. Please accept our apologies for several interruptions due to technical difficulties.

(Genesis 18:1-8) As we come to the end of our series following the life of Abram/Abraham who is living an available life amongst the world we come to a powerful example of the natural hospitality that Abraham showed to those who crossed his path. As we seek to also live available lives for God, Abraham's story shows us what hospitality looks like and means, and challenges us to bless the future of others with hospitality.

In this sermon, Pastor Chris explores the concept of faith through the story of Abram (Abraham) in Genesis 12:4-9. He identifies three pillars of faith that contributed to Abram's success: faith moves when God calls, faith builds altars before building dreams, and faith moves even when it doesn't make sense. The sermon emphasizes that God operates on the economy of faith, and without faith it is impossible to please Him. Using Abram's journey from Haran to Canaan, Pastor Chris illustrates how true faith requires immediate obedience, prioritizing God above personal ambitions, and continuing to trust God even when circumstances seem unfavorable. It concludes with a pattern observed in biblical figures: encounter with God, worship, desert experience, and finally blessing.⁠CLICK ME: Sermon Outline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TIKTOK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YOUTUBE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WEBSITE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today, we're see Abram and Sarai get new names. We'll talk about Abram (Abraham's) three visitors. We'll also see Sarai (Sara) laugh at God's big announcement. Today's Scripture: Gen. 17:1-6 NIV

1. In his introduction to our study of Abram/Abraham and the importance of his story in the Jewish faith, Tim drew our attention to the Hebrew phrase “lech lecha,” which God said to Abram. The phrase essentially means “get going.” Tim taught that the teaching all of the great rabbis, regarding this passage, is summed up in words from Avivah Zornberg: “to leave one's place…is to seek to become another.” Abram was to leave behind all that he may have thought signified who he was in the world, the identity he's created for himself. Tim suggested that this is the core of what it means to “get going,” and that the subsequent journey helps a person to find the self that they didn't know they were missing. What signifiers do you lean on to define what you think is your self? What things seem important to you when it comes to who you are? Status? Credentials? Wealth? Political or religious ideology? Roles? Accolades? Sacrifices? Accomplishments?What signifiers, accolades, and etc do you think you might need to be willing to release in order to undertake a similar journey with God? What resistance do you encounter as you consider these questions? What might draw you forward in pursuing the same type of “getting going” into which Abram was directed? What might hold you back? 2. Tim taught that such a journey can result in the being of oneself, and that living in that way results in the truest blessing: being a blessing to others. Do you feel like you've taken or begun this type of transformative journey in your life? If not, take a moment to consider (without judgment) why not. How do you feel about the prospect of beginning such a journey someday? What do you think stands between you and the moment in which you would “get going?”If so, to what extent? Did you know you were starting such a journey at its outset? Was it undertaken on purpose? What has it been like? How do you feel about it? What have you learned or are you learning? In what ways do you see change in your self and your life? Share about how your journey has led to blessings for others if you believe it has. 3. Tim's final slide said, “on the far side of the journey: laying down one's life becomes identical with simply living one's life…they're one and the same.”Given the context of the sermon, what do you think this means? How would you explain it to someone else?What do you think it looks like? Does this feel true to you? How does it tally with your own experiences in life?What questions does it prompt in you?

Introduction: The Book of Haggai is a book about God, about worship, about holiness. These themes take us back to the days of altars of Noah; of Abram (Abraham); of Isaac; of Jacob; and the Tabernacle of Moses (Play Video of Tabernacle). Haggai is the 37th book in the Old Testament .  Haggai is a Post-Exilic book meaning the timeframe happens after the Babylonian Captivity. God directed the Assyrians, Babylonians, & the Persians to accomplish His will!I. Let's set a timeline:1. Solomon's Temple built around 957 BC (United Monarchy)2. The Northern Kingdom (Israel) is defeated by Assyria in 722 BC3. The Southern Kingdom (Judah) is defeated by Babylon and the Temple was destroyed around 587-586 BC. The Book of Lamentations was written by Jeremiah based on what God did and what he saw (Lamentations 3:22-23)4. Zerubbabel's Temple (Book of Haggai) started in 536 BC and stopped with the foundation. 5. Restart on Zerubbabel's Temple started back in 520 BC. Finished in four months. Some were alive to see Solomon's Temple.READ HAGGAI 1 & 2 II. Some critical statement made in these 2 chapters:1. “Consider your ways” – 1:5 & 72. “That I may take pleasure” – 1:83. “Obeyed the voice of the Lord” – 1:124. “I am with you” – 1:13 & 2:45. “Be strong” – 2:4 (3 times)6. “The latter glory of this house will be greater than the former” – 2:97. “Make you like a signet ring, for I have chosen you” – 2:23 III. The Book of Haggai is connected to the Book of Ezra1. Read II Chronicles 36:22-23 2. Read Ezra 3:8-133. Read Ezra 4:1-5 (“adversaries” lied; “discouraged”; “made them afraid”; “bribed”). Fear of man paralyzes us. Fear of God frees us.4. Cyrus & Darius blessed the returning remnant (and paid for the rebuilding project!)5. Read Ezra 5:1-2 (Back on track)  IV. Haggai 1 – WHAT TIME IS IT?1. Haggai 1:3 - 2. Haggai 1:8 – 3. Haggai 1:12 4. Haggai 1:13 – 5. Haggai 1:14 –CHAPTER 2 NEXT WEEK 

Luke Looks Back Chapter 1 Introduction Luke 1: 1 - 80 Preparations for the Advent of the Messiah This is the first of a set of studies of the life of Jesus written by a man called Luke. The studies are in the form of sets of questions for a group, or an individual, to think over and discuss. In his first 4 verses written in different, better Greek than the rest of the book, Luke announces what he is going to do. Luke makes it clear he is writing history by emphasising the way in which he has researched the life of Jesus and the surrounding events. The other three Gospel writers write life stories more narrowly focused on Jesus. Luke was writing to a man called Theophilus who, judging by the formal way Luke addresses him, must have been someone rather important. Study 1 Reading: (Luke 1: 1 - 4), Here is the first question: Luke wants to give Theophilus 'certainty' about the things he has been taught by Christians (v 4). Where can we get certainty about the things we have been taught? Theophilus's certainty was to come from what Luke wrote: facts of history. Our's comes from the same place: the record of how God related to his people and the world, told to us in the word of God, the Bible. Luke starts off with background information about Jesus, explaining the story of his cousin, John the Baptist. This sort of information is the way Greeks wrote history. Luke is being careful to fit in with the expected ways to write history of his day. Study 2 First we get a description of Zechariah and Elizabeth, the parents of John in Luke 1:5-25. Second question: What were the good things about this couple that made them the right sort of people to be the parents of a prophet? There were also some things about them that were not so good. What were they? What are we meant to learn from these good and 'not so good' things? Notice here: The good things are obvious; the not so good ones less so. Childlessness was a great disgrace in their culture. We shall see that Luke keeps on drawing attention to people who were poor, of low status and generally disadvantaged. Luke, like Matthew, emphasises the very special and unique way Jesus was conceived Study 3 Read Luke 1:v 26 - 38 Question 3 . What would the village gossips have said had happened? (note what was said in Jn 8: 41 which probably refers to this. The village gossips will have concluded that Mary was not a virgin and Jesus was born illegitimately. The "no reputation" of some of the older English translations of Phil 2: 7 will have had a very literal practical meaning for Jesus and his mother. Question 4: Why was Jesus conceived this way? What difference did it make to who he was? Jesus had to be fully human so that he could share our humanity (Heb 2: 14) and to be fully God so that his sacrificial death could be effective for more than just himself. In the early church they said "Jesus was as we are and therefore he will help; in other ways he was not as we are and therefore he can help" Although the point is never made in the New Testament it is likely that only through the virgin birth (more accurately, the virgin conception) could he be both. The angel said he was to be called the 'son of God' (v 35). That was a very special title in those days. The king of Judea was considered to be a 'son of God' (Ps 2: 7). So was the whole nation of Israel (Hos 11: 1). The Romans called their Emperor the son of a god. It does not mean that God had intercourse with Mary. That is a dreadful thing to suggest. Study 4 Read Luke 1: 39 - 56. Mary's song is lovely. What can Mary possibly have meant by v 51 - 53? (Herod was still alive and a very dangerous man, half crazy and vicious to anybody he thought might challenge his rule.) Herod (the first Herod, Herod the Great) was a terrible man who killed many people including his favourite wife and his own sons on the merest suspicion of treason. Mary must have been speaking prophetically, going far beyond what could have been expected from the young village girl that she was. Study 5 Read Luke 1:57 - 80. What happened (v 62,63) was very like the late change of name that seems to have been a frequent mark of someone having something very special to do. (Abram = Abraham; Simon = Peter, Saul = Paul etc.) What would those who heard the prophecy of Zechariah have thought he meant by the first part of what he said where he praised the Lord (v 68 - 75)? And how would they have understood the second part where he spoke about the future of his baby (v 76 - 79)? Which part sounds like politics and which like preaching? It is important to remember that the whole life of Jesus took place against a background of continual trouble between the people of that country and the occupying power of Rome. There were many attempted rebellions against the Romans. The Jews did not understand how they could be the Lord's people and not be in control of their own country. Even the ordinary Jewish people were desperately hoping a strong man would appear and lead them in a military campaign against the Romans. There were major rebellions against Roman rule both before and after the time of Jesus all of them unsuccessful. Those about 40 years and 120 years after the death of Jesus were particularly unsuccessful and eventually led to terrible revenge being taken by the Romans and the deaths of millions of people. This background is reflected in what Zechariah said. I hope that at the news of the coming Saviour your heart has leapt within you as the baby John leapt in Elizabeth! 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12.02.25 We had a smaller night, so we discussed what a "vision" could be, while learning about the life of Abram/Abraham. The Lord bless you and keep you!

Genesis 10 is often referred to as the “Table of Nations,” as it provides a genealogy that traces the descendants of Noah's three sons—Shem, Ham, and Japheth—following the flood. This chapter outlines how various peoples and nations of the ancient world emerged from Noah's family. Breakdown of Genesis 10: 1.The Descendants of Japheth (Genesis 10:2–5): Japheth's lineage is associated with the peoples of the northern and western regions, often seen as the ancestors of the Indo-European nations. Some key descendants include: •Gomer, linked to the Cimmerians or other northern tribes. •Magog, associated with peoples from the region near the Black Sea. •Javan, believed to be the ancestor of the Greeks and other maritime nations. Verse 5 mentions that these descendants spread out across the islands and coastal regions, suggesting that Japheth's line populated much of Europe and parts of Asia. 2.The Descendants of Ham (Genesis 10:6–20): Ham's descendants are typically associated with Africa and parts of the Near East. His lineage includes: •Cush, associated with Ethiopia or the Nubian region. •Mizraim, often identified with Egypt. •Canaan, whose descendants are connected with the land of Canaan. This section also includes a mention of Nimrod, a mighty hunter and ruler who established significant cities, such as Babel, Akkad, and Nineveh, playing a pivotal role in the rise of Mesopotamian civilization. 3.The Descendants of Shem (Genesis 10:21–31): Shem is traditionally seen as the ancestor of the Semitic peoples, including the Hebrews, Assyrians, and Arameans. His descendants, such as Elam, Asshur, and Arphaxad, populated the regions of the Middle East. Arphaxad's lineage eventually leads to Abram (Abraham), establishing the connection to the Israelites. Significance of Genesis 10: The genealogy in Genesis 10 provides an account of how the nations were divided after the flood. It highlights that humanity, despite its diversity, traces its origins back to a common ancestor—Noah. This chapter emphasizes the unity of the human race and establishes a foundational framework for understanding the relationships among the different peoples in biblical history. The “Table of Nations” also sets the stage for the Tower of Babel narrative in Genesis 11, where the scattering of peoples and the diversification of languages are described.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sendme-radio--732966/support.

Returning to the Fruit of the Spirit, Pastor Cana opens to Genesis 15:6-18, where God makes a promise to Abram/Abraham that his descendants will suffer, but ultimately be rewarded. The fruit of faithfulness in Abraham is only possible because of God's faithfulness. In us, God's faithfulness will form our faithfulness during the long life of faith.

Jacintha Murphy and surprise guest Abram/Abraham (portrayed by Dylan Murphy) converse about Abram's encounter with the Lord.

The word “Hebrew” means to cross over. Abram (Abraham) crossed over to follow God above without question, leaving family and friends in obedience. Many have gone against the grain of family and society to follow that which they know is truth. There are challenges and worries about giving up all we know to follow Yahweh complete as He calls us to do. Today, we talk about my journey…so far!

God invites Abram and Sarai to pack up and move, but they don't fully know where they're headed! Explore God calling Abram/Abraham with us in this episode! Kids! Do you have a question or thought to share? Record it and email it to askawaypodcast@gmail.com Leave us a Voxer message at AskAwayPodcast, or Send a voice message via DM to @meredithannemiller on Instagram. Be sure to talk loud and clear and tell us your first name and age. Want us to give you a shout out or wish you a happy birthday? Just send us a note! Grown ups! Get more on this story by joining the ⁠⁠⁠Great Big Bible Story Walkthrough⁠⁠⁠. And Meredith's book ⁠⁠⁠⁠Woven: Nurturing a Faith Your Kid Doesn't Have to Heal From⁠⁠⁠ has a whole chapter on how to approach the Bible with kids!

Day 6, Saturday... You can do it. Today you'll read about the "Tower of Babel" and you will meet Abram (Abraham)

In this study, we delve into the recurring phrase גוי גדול, “goy gadol,” or “Great Nation.” This phrase, appearing 18 times in the biblical text, is pivotal to understanding the unique role and identity of Israel as envisioned in the Scriptures. We explore the specific references to Abram/Abraham and his descendants, the people of Israel, […]

In this episode, Jori discusses with her listeners the story of Abram (Abraham) and his looking forward to the city that has foundations whose designer and builder is GOD.NOTE:  I misspoke and said that  Abram was the great grandfather of Jacob. He was the grandfather of Jacob, the great grandfather of Jacob's 12 sons.  NEW!!! BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive  CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://a.co/d/9B5krQlhttps://a.co/d/iycFlnNHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds Scripture translation used is the English Standard Version.Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Scripture References:John 17:17Psalm 119:1602 Timothy 3:16-17Hebrews 11:10Hebrews 13:22Hebrews 1:1-5Hebrews 10:39Hebrews 11:1-2Hebrews 11:8-101 Corinthians 10:11Genesis 11:27-32Genesis 12:1-9Genesis 15:3-6Genesis 17:1-5, 7-8Hebrews 11:16Hebrews 12:22Revelation 21:1-4, 15-25  Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com Support the show

God invested in Abram/Abraham, because He saw Abraham to be good ground. Abraham didn't “stagger” at the promises of God, and go into faithlessness, because he understood that he had to stay on the journey with God. Abraham came to understand that he didn't fully understand the logic of God and that God is all about relationship. Abraham continued with God and increased his intimacy with God through all the delays and despite all his own mistakes. Abraham came to fully believe that what God has promised He is able to perform. We also are learning we cannot minimize God to our size.

God invested in Abram/Abraham, because He saw Abraham to be good ground. Abraham didn't “stagger” at the promises of God, and go into faithlessness, because he understood that he had to stay on the journey with God. Abraham came to understand that he didn't fully understand the logic of God and that God is all about relationship. Abraham continued with God and increased his intimacy with God through all the delays and despite all his own mistakes. Abraham came to fully believe that what God has promised He is able to perform. We also are learning we cannot minimize God to our size.

The older we get the more we learn to treasure seasons of peace.  Our father of faith Abram/Abraham was no different.  Like him, sometimes when we grow materially, and prosper externally, we are unaware of the drama that may come with it.  More money, more problems right?  But thank God, He gives us His peace that passes our understanding.  In this episode, we will spend time discussing our next stage of spiritual growth - peace.  

Michael Ufferman, a Zion's Hope teaching staff member, continues his series of messages entitled: “Christ: Yesterday, Today, and Forever”. In this part 2 of his series, Michael discusses the nature of the Son of God and His purpose to bear witness of God. As such, Michael shows biblical proof of Christ's pre-existence of God's creative act, which confirms Christ is God, and how He transcended time to bear witness of God to the likes of Abram/Abraham and others.  

Michael Ufferman, a Zion's Hope teaching staff member, begins a series of messages entitled: “Christ: Yesterday, Today, and Forever”. In this session, he briefly addresses how God is identified in the Testaments of Scripture. He explains the differentiations in the various basic names of God, their spellings, and capitalizations. In this discussion, Michael also explains the concept of the “tri-unity of God”. This will lay the foundation for addressing Scripture references and understanding who is speaking to people like Abram/Abraham, Hagar, and others, in the series, which continues in Part 2.    

The Word says faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.  What I'm learning is growing in faith is achieved over time with small consistent steps.  One of the biggest steps we are required to take is having a consistent lifestyle saturated in prayer.  It's one thing when God calls us.  This is a divine and surreal part of our faith walk.  However, God waits for us to grow and get to that place where we start calling on Him.   Let's talk about this next altar of Abram/Abraham - the altar of prayer.

Abram/Abraham was the father of faith.  He remains our model of how to walk in faith and obedience to the God we declare to love.  He wasn't perfect but that didn't bother God because God knew him.  God knows you and I too.  The decision before us daily is whether we walk by faith or if we walk by sight.  As we will see in this episode, Abram had the same challenges we do, but he also gives us a roadmap of how to walk by faith even when flawed.  What is beautiful about his walk is with every encounter he had with God, he commemorated it by building an altar.  In this series, we are going to discuss those altars and what they represented both in Abram's life and what they represent in our lives.  You ready for this?  Let's go get it...

In Genesis 11 & 12, Abram (Abraham) is called by God and steps out in faith. But just like us, he makes numerous mistakes along the way.

As Christians, God desires to align our heart's desires with his will for us. Today's guest is a classic example of this. Filmmaker David Helling brings to the big screen a film depicting the titanic spiritual struggle of Abram (Abraham) in Genesis. “His Only Son” tackles perhaps one of the most difficult of all biblical accounts—God's command to sacrifice his son Isaac to test his obedience. A mystery and stumbling block to so many believers and skeptics alike, he draws […] The post His Only Son: A Deep Message of Grace from Director David Helling appeared first on Theology Mix.

As Christians, God desires to align our heart's desires with his will for us. Today's guest is a classic example of this. Filmmaker David Helling brings to the big screen a film depicting the titanic spiritual struggle of Abram (Abraham) in Genesis. “His Only Son” tackles perhaps one of the most difficult of all biblical accounts—God's command to sacrifice his son Isaac to test his obedience. A mystery and stumbling block to so many believers and skeptics alike, he draws a direct line from this troubling account to the cross of Jesus Christ, equally difficult for the human mind to grasp.David is here with us to discuss the film now being released in over 1,800 theaters across America and internationally, as well as his own personal faith walk.

The Lord called Abram (Abraham) to leave his home and go to a land that God would show him. He also promised to make of Abram “a great nation,” to bless him and make his name great as a blessing to “all the families of the earth” (Gen. 12:2–3). “Abram went, as the LORD had told him” (Gen. 12:4), and in Canaan “he built an altar to the LORD and called upon the name of the LORD” (Gen. 12:8). He “believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness” (Rom. 4:3). Here the grace of God is manifested, that He “justifies the ungodly” (Rom. 4:5), not by works of the Law, but through faith in His promises. He removes all of our sins and lawless deeds through Jesus Christ, the offspring of Abraham in whom all the Lord's promises are realized. This forgiveness of sins is the Word of the Gospel, the voice of the Holy Spirit, which “gives life to the dead” (Rom. 4:17). It opens the eyes of faith to behold Christ Jesus, the Son of Man lifted up on the cross, “that whoever believes in him may have eternal life” (John 3:14–15). ----- Trinity Lutheran Church, School and Child Care have been "Making Known the Love of Christ" in Sheboygan, Wisconsin and throughout the world since 1853 as a congregation gathering around God's Word and Sacraments to receive forgiveness and life everlasting. Trinity is located in downtown Sheboygan, only one block from the Mead Public Library and the Weill Center for the Performing Arts. We invite you to visit us in person! Trinity Lutheran Sheboygan is a proud member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit their website: https://www.lcms.org/​​​​ Music for this production was obtained through a licensing agreement with One License, LLC. The copyright permission to reprint, podcast, and record hymns and songs is acquired through ID Number: 730195-A #LCMS #Lutheran #DivineService

Abram/Abraham's dedication to the LORD manifested itself in worship- he built altars everywhere. We don't need to build an altar, but we can emulate Abraham's attitude of worshipful obedience through prayer. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://the-end-time.org/2023/01/21/abrahams-altars-and-the-lesson-for-us-2/

The promise to Abram (Abraham) is a promise that is still impacting the world today. "Blessed to bless" was not only a promise about the Messiah, it's a call to live as a people who trust that God is our provider.

Bringing Blessing!  We're starting our Advent series this year by thinking about Abram/Abraham and the covenant that God made with him in Genesis 12. What is God's plan? What are His desires – not only for Abram but also for us today? What are the blessings in our lives? How can we share those blessings? How can we be a blessing? So many questions that we tried to share today as we enter the holy season of advent "waiting" upon the Lord. Begin the season of Advent by listening to this week's podcast and begin considering how Jesus is “born in us today.”

In this episode, the host, Ebony Griffin, focuses on being The One. We are created in God's image. God desire us to be holy and be surrendered to Him. Genesis 6 gives the significance of Noah's purpose. God choose to spare Noah's life in the midst of a flood. The heart of God is revealed. Genesis 18 and Genesis 19, Abram (Abraham) as interceded on Lot's behalf to God. God spared Lot's life from a city destroyed by their own wickedness. Scripture references: Genesis 1:26, 31 Genesis‬ ‭6‬:‭5-7, 11‬-‭12‬ ‭ Genesis 14:12 Genesis 18:32 Genesis 19:5 Psalm‬ ‭14‬:‭2

Rabbi Shira and Joshua get back to basics with a Torah discussion about parshat Lech Lecha on going forth. We discuss the duality of fire, the concept of being a blessing, and the dynamics between Abram (Abraham) and Sarai (Sarah).    Episode Timecode: (36:15) Rabbi Shira's Guided Meditation

Psalm 23 is one of the most popular and beloved psalms in the Bible. We often hear it recited at church or during times of mourning, yet it's more than just a beautiful, poetic stanza. It gives us valuable insight into the character of our God. For example, it's important to note the word that some English translations use in verse 6 and how different that it is from the original Hebrew. Psalm 23:6 says: "Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever." David says that goodness and mercy “shall follow me all the days of my life”, but the word ‘follow' is a bit misleading. The Hebrew word for ‘follow' is ‘radaph' (רָדַף) which means, “To pursue, to run after, to chase” or literally, “to hunt you down”. It is first found in Genesis 14, when Abram (Abraham) finds that his nephew Lot has been kidnapped. Abram assembles his own army of 318 men and “pursued them unto Dan” (Genesis 14:14). The word ‘pursued' is ‘radaph' (רָדַף). Just as Abram (Abraham) hunted the kidnappers down and brought them to justice, the Holy Spirit is saying through the Psalmist that we can be assured that God's goodness and mercy will hunt us down as well.If you'd like to follow Jay Allen on Facebook, click here: https://www.facebook.com/jayallenliveYou can listen to more encouraging podcasts from the KCBI Podcast Network here: https://www.kcbi.org/podcasts/

In this episode, I review Genesis 15 and 16. We will see a key Christian doctrine as Abram (Abraham) believes God's promise. Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 15; Genesis 16)

In this episode, I review Genesis 15 and 16. We will see a key Christian doctrine as Abram (Abraham) believes God's promise.   Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 15; Genesis 16)   Terry@thefoxdenjournal.com   Check out The Fox Den Journal!   The Fox Den is honored to be a member of the Society of Reformed Podcasters!   Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.   Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.   Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.

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God’s Covenant with Abram (Abraham) is central to God’s redemptive plans in the Bible and history. God chooses a person, whom he will bless and through whom God’s blessing of salvation will reach all peoples. God calls Abram to leave his father’s house and homeland. Abram leaves. But the promises of God seem unfulfilled. Yet […]

God’s Covenant with Abram (Abraham) is central to God’s redemptive plans in the Bible and history. God chooses a person, whom he will bless and through whom God’s blessing of salvation will reach all peoples. God calls Abram to leave his father’s house and homeland. Abram leaves. But the promises of God seem unfulfilled. Yet […]

Pastor Josiah and Ethan begin to examine the covenant God made with Abram/Abraham in Genesis 15, covenantal references in Paul's writings, and its reverberations throughout history. Part 1.

When Hagar, an enslaved Egyptian serving Saria (Sarah), is given as a surrogate to Abram (Abraham) by the childless Saria, she becomes pregnant. Afterwards, Saria mistreats her and Hagar flees to the wilderness. God pursues the runaway slave into the wilderness, and two significant things happen: the Angel of the Lord shows her that she's […]