Genesis 22:1-18 – A LESSON IN TRUST
We know that Abraham was a man of faith. The day his faith might have been tested the most was when God asked Abraham to sacrifice his Son, Isaac.
ABRAHAM’S AVAILABILITY – Vss. 1-3
Abraham was available to do as God asked, even though he certainly didn’t like it.
ABRAHAM’S ASSURANCE – Vss. 4-8
Abraham indeed believed that God would provide a lamb for the sacrifice.
ABRAHAM’S ACQUIESCENCE – Vss. 9-10
Abraham actually tried to do what God told him. He lifted up the knife to take his own son’s life.
GOD’S ACTION – Vss. 11-12
God intervened to stop Abraham.
GOD’S ALTERNATIVE – Vss. 13-14
A ram was available for sacrifice.
GOD’S APPROVAL – Vss. 15-18
God promises blessing upon Abraham and his seed.