Devotion:
Read Genesis 22:1-12.
In this passage, can you imagine Abraham’s feelings as he is asked to sacrifice his son who is to produce the nations of the world? However, he had great faith in God’s promises to him. If we put ourselves in his place to sense what he felt, we would know how much his heart was torn. I have asked myself several times if it were me, would I obey God? This story teaches us about faith, love, and trust in God.
Here are some observations on this passage. We know that we will be tested in life and this can help our faith grow. When He asks us to do anything for Him, He guides us on how and where to do it. God expects us to obey Him when He commands us to do something and we should trust Him even if we don’t fully understand why He is asking us to do it. God provides us with what we need to fulfill His demand. We should always be ready and willing to surrender whatever He wants from us. We need to remind ourselves that everything we are and have comes from Him and belongs to Him. God will see us through all of our life situations.
Personal Worship Option:
God, thank you that regardless of what you call us to lay on the altar in obedience to you, you always know what is best, and you always have a plan. Thank you for not giving up on us and always giving us your love. Amen.
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