Abraham’s story is told in the first book of the Bible, Genesis, and retold by the apostle Paul in the New Testament book of Romans. God spoke to Abraham and told him to move to a land that he did not know. Along with these instructions, God gave Abraham a promise. Abraham was told that he would become the father of a great multitude of people, too many to number.
Abraham was about 75 years old at the time and his wife, Sarah, was probably somewhat younger. In addition, they had no children to this point. Abraham believed God and moved his household. God tested his faith occasionally and did not immediately fulfill His promise. In fact, Abraham and Sarah had to wait 25 years for God to give them a son. Abraham’s faith did not waiver.
Paul wrote about Abraham with these words; “For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. For what does scripture say? ‘Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.'” Abraham was saved by faith, not by any good works that he may have done. God counted him as righteous based upon his faith. The same is true for us today. We can be saved and counted as righteous by God through faith. So why delay? Believe God and be saved!
Reluctant Retiree 