Father Abraham

Father Abraham

Discussion Guide

9-23-2012

Text:  Genesis 12:4

4. So Abram went forth as the Lord had spoken to him;

Summary

Today's lesson continues to astonish us concerning how God works versus how we work as humans.

God's plan for man's salvation continues to roll forward, mankind just needs to hang on for the ride!

 Discussion Questions

1.  Where does the story begin? What is this area known for?

2.  What makes the man and woman unlikely candidates for the position of parents of a great nation?

3.  What impedes God's start of nation building?

4.  How important is attitude in your relationship with God?

5. What happened at Sodom and Gomorrah?

6. Name several ways Abraham demonstrated obedience?

7. What happens when our dreams surpass God in importance?

8.  What are ways the Sacrifice of Isaac point to Jesus Crucifixion?

9.  What were differences between Jacob and Esau?

10. Name some of Jacob's struggles  What does Israel mean?                   

Scripture

Ge 11:31-32                Ge 12:4-6                    Ge 19:27-28                Ge 27:41-42

Ge 12:1-3                    Ge 18:2-4                    Ge 21:2-6

Ge 12:4-6                    Ge 18:9-13                  Ge 27:18