Experienced Obedience

Genesis 22:1-19

Abraham’s unquestioning obedience to God, when told to sacrifice his son, is amazing! By this time, he was quite old and had immense experience – both in failing to trust God and in choosing to obey. He had followed God’s leading when told to go to a new land, but later tried to take matters into his own hands when God’s promise of a son seemed to take too long. Abraham had learned throughout his life that submitting to God brought blessing, unlike the heartache caused by doing things his own way.

Questions for further thought:
1. When have you experienced the regret of doing life your way instead of God’s way?
2. In what way is God currently asking you to submit to His will?

​Challenge: Have courage and follow through with however God is prompting you to trust Him. Each time you take a step of obedience and experience the Lord’s provision, your faith will grow.