The Path of Abraham

Why did God find Abraham righteous? Because Abraham trusted the promises of God all throughout his life – and his trust was rewarded because he received his promised son. God also has gifts and rewards in store for us - now already and not only in eternity.

What were God's promises to Abraham? That through him all the nations on earth would be saved, so not only the nation of Israel, but every one who repents, acknowledges his sin and accepts the Lord Jesus Christ as His Savior.

Whoever thinks that he can be saved through any of his works is on the wrong path. When our deeds originate from a deep inner relationship with God, God finds them good, and blesses us – and this does not happen unless we take steps in faith.

I must have a goal for my faith life – to tell others about Jesus Christ, to pray for the congregation, to become part of a Church and be baptised. And when I have this goal, then I live this goal, speak about this goal, pray for this goal, work on this goal, ponder on this goal and am open to hear God direct and lead me.

Jesus Christ died for us, to open the way to God for us. We just need to walk this way – unwaveringly and trusting like Abraham.

Joseph Gehr