Friday showers of blessings come from Genesis 22:15-18 "The angel of the LORD called to Abraham from Heaven a second time and said, “I swear by Myself, declares the LORD, that because you have done this and have not withheld your son, your only son, I will surely bless you and make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as the sand on the seashore. Your descendants will take possession of the cities of their enemies, and through your offspring all nations on earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me.”
Let us look at this Scripture from obedience perspective. The LORD commanded Abraham to give his only son. Abraham obeyed, and did everything according to command. The command was a test of faith and also teaching Canaanites to worship GOD who provides a sacrificial lamp. The Canaanites were sacrificing their children to their gods. When Abraham passed this test, we see GOD through HIS Angel blessing him beyond measure.
GOD remains the same yesterday today and forever. He still avails certain tests of our faith at home, work and even in our faith communities, so that HE can bless us. When faith is tested, sometimes logic is nullified. How could GOD ask Abraham to sacrifice the only child born miraculously like that? GOD uses many ways to test our faith and bless us. When the LORD avails such opportunities, let us with tears of joy just accept the test and do according to command and receive HIS blessings prepared for you. Amen.
Blessings and Shalom
Rev and Family
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