Passing The Test - Abraham

Passing the Test Hebrews 11:17 By faith Abraham, when God tested him, offered Isaac as a sacrifice. He who had received the promises was about to sacrifice his one and only son...

The Function of Tests • • • •

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Discern Content Discover the Unknown Prove the Known Improve Quality

“The unexamined life is not worth living” - Socrates Abraham’s Faith Success: Genesis 22:1-18 •

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He Responded Immediately o Early the next morning Abraham got up and saddled his donkey. …he set out for the place God had told him about. - Genesis 22:3 He Obeyed Completely o …and through your offspring all nations on earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me." - Genesis 22:18 He Trusted Incredibly o God himself will provide the lamb for the burnt offering, my son. - Genesis 22:8

Conclusion: Walking in the Footsteps of Faith • • •

Incredible Trust Complete Obedience Immediate Response

Evening Reflections Abraham passed the test because: • • •

He Responded Immediately He Obeyed Completely He Trusted Incredibly

The Faith that passes the test:

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Operates from knowledge and conviction over emotion. (Genesis 22:2) Moves you to always look forward. (Hebrews 11:10) Provides the framework for a life lived in peace. (Gensis 22:8)

Conclusion •

Give Yourself a Pre-Test. (2 Corinitians 13:5)