We are to pray and intercede in difficult relationships. Abraham interceded for Lot and Sodom. Genesis 18: 23 Abraham approached him (God) and said, “Will you sweep away both the righteous and the wicked? 24 Suppose you find fifty righteous people living there in the city—will you still sweep it away and not spare it for their …
The story of Sodom and Gomorrah demonstrates the tension between mercy and judgment. God’s mercy refers to the compassionate love, forgiveness, and patience that God extends to us. It is an essential attribute of God. Psalm 103: 8 The Lord is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.[1] But our God is …
Have you ever considered the significance of fostering faithful families who follow Jesus? If you are a parent or about to become one, you have many dreams for your child. Remember the Lord also has plans for your child. Ephesians 2:10 For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we …
God’s transparency and friendship are hallmarks of the relationship between the Lord and Abraham. God discusses with the two angels whether to involve Abraham in His plan. This brief conversation offers insight into the Lord’s desire to include us in His work. Genesis 18:16 Then the men got up from their meal and looked out toward …
The struggle with fear and God’s grace is the story of Sarah’s reaction to being told she would have a child in her old age and God’s response. Genesis 18:13 Then the Lord said to Abraham, “Why did Sarah laugh? Why did she say, ‘Can an old woman like me have a baby?’ 14 Is anything too …
The promise of God’s perfect timing is evident throughout Scripture and instills confidence in His timing for our lives. God has a plan and carefully orchestrates it to bring about His purposes. The Lord visited with Abraham and told him his wife would have a child in her old age. Sarah was listening in her …
Laughter in the face of the impossible defined Sarah’s life when she heard the Lord say she would have a child in her old age. Genesis 18:10 Then one of them said, “I will return to you about this time next year, and your wife, Sarah, will have a son!” [1] Although God had promised that …
Seeing beyond our limited expectations reveals the beauty of God’s interactions in our lives. Noah never envisioned building an ark to preserve the line of the Savior. The Apostle Paul was a committed Jew who would have never seen himself as a Christian missionary, but God did. You may be journeying through life without realizing …
Practicing genuine hospitality reflects Christ’s heart and opens the door to divine blessings and connections. Abraham showed hospitality to three strangers who showed up in the middle of the day. His example helps us understand what hospitality can look like in our lives. As we compare what Abraham did to Jesus, we can gain a …
As Abraham welcomed three visitors, he demonstrated the power of hospitality. Genesis 18: 4 Rest in the shade of this tree while water is brought to wash your feet. 5 And since you’ve honored your servant with this visit, let me prepare some food to refresh you before you continue on your journey.” “All right,” they said. …