Gen 13:14 The LORD said to Abram after Lot had parted from him, “Look around from where you are, to the north and south, to the east and west.”
God is steadfast and true, and I am so grateful. He is merciful and loving. Here is Abram, to whom God has made promises of provision and protection, Abram, who semi-obeyed God’s direction, seemingly picking and choosing what he would do God’s way and what he’d do to suit himself, Abram who ended up after his disobedience right back where he started, yet God renews His promises of provision and protection.
Gen 13:14 “All the land that you see I will give to you and your offspring forever.”
How thankful I am that I’m not God. I would probably have railed against Abram in the face of his disobedience: “Who do you think you are? I am GOD! I told you what I wanted you to do and you disobeyed! I am finished with you! I’ll find someone who can listen and behave better. Too bad for you!” Thankfully, that’s not God’s way.
Gen 13:15 “I will make your offspring like the dust of the earth, so that if anyone could count the dust, then your offspring could be counted.”
Lord, Thank You for this day, for this scripture, for Your love and mercy. Thank You for being steadfast and true, even when we aren’t. Thank You for not defaulting to threats and judgement but for holding fast to Your promises. Help me to be more like You. Draw me closer. Amen.
Gen 13:16 “Go, walk through the length and breadth of the land, for I am giving it to you.”
Have a blessed day.
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