God grant us a faith like Abraham’s to believe the great and wonderful promise of new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells (Isa. 65:17; 2 Pet. 3:13).

The biblical story of God's shocking command that Abraham kill his son raises difficult and enduring questions. Grappling with Abraham, Isaac and faith - Los Angeles Times ...

Abraham had the faith to believe God (faith), and he obeyed him (a work). Genesis 15 describes justification by faith, and Genesis 22, justification by works. Both/and .

Abraham is a very important figure in the Bible. He is a very important figure in our world today. When I think of Abraham, I think of a journeying man. I think: “He set out in faith.” One of ...

Here's a look at the Bible story that inspired "Abraham" from 'Seven Swans'. by Matthew Trzcinski. Published on May 23, 2024. ... All this raises questions about Stevens’ Christian faith.

Perhaps the real test was for Abraham was to confront God as he did at Sodom, thus teaching his children “righteousness and justice,” and ultimately to say “no” to God.

The Bible offers powerful stories that have influenced faith and morals for centuries. ... It's a heart-wrenching test of faith, with Abraham about to comply before God intervenes.

Abraham accepted God’s guarantee, but we can assume that this happened when not many men would. Faith has that aspect to it. You know it’s true, but it still takes guts to live by it.