"Some time later God tested Abraham. He said to him, “Abraham!” Here I am,” he replied. Then God said, “Take your son, your only son, whom you love - Isaac, and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on a mountain I will show you.” Genesis 22:1-2 NIV
God asked Abraham to sacrifice his only child as a burnt sacrifice; He didn’t ask Abraham to sacrifice an ox or a goat or a lamb because Abraham had plenty of animals. Abraham could have used some very strong arguments to try to change God’s mind, but he didn’t. He simply saddled the donkey & obeyed God.
I cannot imagine anything harder to do than that. God is saying, "Take the best, the most treasured possession you have, the object of your love & give it to me." Very touching. God was testing Abraham's Obedience, Commitment and Faith; and he didn't complain or procrastinate about the instruction. He willingly without question or rebellion, did exactly what God asked him to do.
We are in a time now were God is going to require more from you than just your coming to church, more than just your giving and offerings, more than your praise or worship. God is calling you to obedience and to move higher.
I cannot imagine anything harder to do than that. God is saying, "Take the best, the most treasured possession you have, the object of your love & give it to me." Very touching. God was testing Abraham's Obedience, Commitment and Faith; and he didn't complain or procrastinate about the instruction. He willingly without question or rebellion, did exactly what God asked him to do.
We are in a time now were God is going to require more from you than just your coming to church, more than just your giving and offerings, more than your praise or worship. God is calling you to obedience and to move higher.
Further Scripture Study: Hebrews 11:17
Declare This: Dear Father, I choose to be obedient and committed to Your call. I will not allow my flesh dictate all You have for me in Jesus name Amen.
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