Genesis, 22
4. And on the third day, lifting up his eyes, he saw the place afar off.
4. And on the third day, lifting up his eyes, he saw the place afar off.
Genesis 22 tells Abraham's story being tested by God when asked to sacrifice his son Isaac as a holocaust. Abraham obeys and prepares to do so, but at the last moment, an angel prevents the sacrifice and provides a ram to be sacrificed instead. The verses selected below relate to the themes of trust in God, obedience, sacrifice, trial, and faithfulness.
Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust the Lord of all your heart, and do not stir in your own understanding. Recognizes him in all your ways, and he will straighten your paths." This verse talks about the importance of trusting God and following Him in every aspect of life, what Abraham demonstrates in Genesis 22 by being willing to sacrifice his son Isaac.
Hebrews 11:17-19: "By faith Abraham, being proved, he offered Isaac; yes, he who had received the promises offered his only begotten about who had said unto him," Isaac will be called your descent; judging that God was powerful to even the dead rise it. " This verse highlights Abraham's faith in God, which leads him to be willing to sacrifice his son Isaac.
Matthew 6:33: "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." This verse talks about the importance of seeking first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, which Abraham demonstrates in Genesis 22 by obeying God, regardless of cost.
2 Corinthians 9:6-7: "But I say this: the one who sows little, little will also reap; and the one who sows in abundance, in abundance will also reap. Each one contributes according to his heart; not with sadness, not by embarrassment ; for God loves what gives with joy. " These verses relate to the theme of sacrifice in Genesis 22, highlighting the importance of giving generously and joyfully.
2 Timothy 2:13: "If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful; for he cannot deny himself." This verse highlights the faithfulness of God, which Abraham experiences in Genesis 22 by obeying God and seeing that he provides the ram as a substitute for Isaac's sacrifice.
“A prática das bem-aventuranças não requer atos de heroísmo, mas a aceitação simples e humilde das várias provações pelas quais a pessoa passa.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina