The passage tells us the Lord spoke to Abram. We aren't told how God spoke to Abram, nor does it tell us why God chose to call this man. I think it is unwise, though, to use this passage as an example of divine election for salvation. Abram received this call of God, not for eternal salvation, but to be a blessing to the nations.
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Abram had stepped up to serve as a blessing in Lot's life. God had told him his name would be great, and that he'd be a blessing. And, after Abram rescued Lot from invading kings, Lot would agree.
Read moreLiving In Between the Promise and Fulfillment, Part 3 (Genesis 15)
When you are living in between the promise and the fulfillment, when the world seems dark and ominous, it is important to look to the cross of Christ. There, we are reminded of God's great love for us, and his promise to make all things new. (5 Minutes/1400)
Read moreLiving In Between the Promise and Fulfillment, Part 2 (Genesis 15)
The life lived in between the promise and the fulfillment, must be able to see past circumstances. All Abram could see what Eliezer. But God could see descendants as numerous as the stars of the sky and the sand on the seashore! God could see way beyond what Abram could see. (7 Minutes/1800 Words)
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After defeating the four invading kings and returning the goods and peoples of the weaker kings, Abram had a meeting with the King of Salem and the King of Sodom. The King of Salem was named Melchizedek, and he was the priest of God Most High. Melchizedek was Abram's spiritual superior, and he extended a blessing from God onto Abram. (7 Minutes, 1800 Words)
Read moreThe Call of Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3)
The passage tells us the Lord spoke to Abram. We aren't told how God spoke to Abram, nor does it tell us why God chose to call this man. I think it is unwise, though, to use this passage as an example of divine election for salvation. Abram received this call of God, not for eternal salvation, but to be a blessing to the nations. (5 Minutes/1200 Words)
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