week of 10/13

Unit 02  Session 2

GOD'S COVENANT WITH ABRAM

gENESIS 17:1-10; 15-19

 

Key Concept:

The almighty God makes it possible for humanity to be in relationship with Him.

Sojourning in his new home, Abram waited for God to bring about His promises, which included a son. Waiting isn't easy, and the aging Abram wondered if the promised child would ever come. Growing anxious, he and Sarai brought Hagar into the fold and bore Ishmael through her. But God did not need their help, only their faith. Ishmael would not be the inheritor of the blessing, and God had not forgotten His word. Everything He promised would come to pass. So Abram received a new name that reminded him of that truth and reconfirmed the covenant God had made with him. 

As you examine Genesis 17:1-10; 15-19:

✞   Consider the significance of God calling upon His people to live in His presence.
     

✞   Recognize that true faith always leads to obedient action for those who love Jesus 
    and are called by Him.

week of 10/5

Unit 02  Session 1

ABRAM OBEYS GOD'S CALL

gENESIS 12:1-9

 

Key Concept:

Faith is obeying and following God no matter the circumstances that come with it.

Genesis 12 opens a new era of God's revelation. For eleven chapters, God revealed the beginning of the world at a macro level. In Chapter 12, God begins to reveal the beginning of His covenant at a micro level, from many generations down to one man. Abram is the beginning of the story in so many ways. Our understanding of the grace of God revealed ultimately in Jesus Christ is strengthened by our understanding of the story of Abram way back in Genesis.

As you examine Genesis 12:1-9:

✞   Identify the sacrifices Abram made to step out in faithful obedience.
     

✞   Consider how knowing the love God has for us encourages us to obey and follow His call.