Abraham
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unrulykiddo1994ABRAHAM – THE FATHER OF FAITH:
1. Introduction
1. Where and When Was Abraham Born?
Abraham (originally Abram) was born around 2000–1800 BC in Ur of the Chaldeans,
an ancient city in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq).
He was born into a family that worshipped multiple gods, but God later called him to
follow the one true God (Yahweh).
2. Abraham’s Family Background (Genesis 11:26-32)
Father: Terah (a descendant of Shem, Noah’s son).
Brothers: Nahor and Haran (Haran was the father of Lot).
Wife: Sarai (later renamed Sarah).
Relocation: His family moved from Ur to Haran, where they settled for a time before
God called Abraham to Canaan.
3. Abraham’s Early Life and Religious Background
Ur was a wealthy and advanced city, known for worshipping the moon god Nanna (Sin).
Abraham likely grew up in a polytheistic culture before encountering the one true God.
Joshua 24:2 mentions that Abraham’s ancestors worshipped other gods before God
called him.
4. The Call of Abraham (Genesis 12:1-4)
Around the age of 75, God called Abraham to leave his homeland and go to Canaan,
promising to make him a great nation.
Abraham obeyed, beginning his journey of faith and trust in God.
2. Key Events in Abraham’s Life
1. God's Call (Genesis 12:1-4)
God called Abraham to leave his homeland (Ur of the Chaldeans) and go to a land He
would show him.
Abraham obeyed without knowing where he was going.
2. God's Covenant (Genesis 15 & 17)
God promised Abraham many descendants, as numerous as the stars.
The covenant included the promise of land (Canaan) and that Abraham’s descendants
would become a great nation.
God changed his name from Abram ("Exalted Father") to Abraham ("Father of
Many Nations").
3. Birth of Isaac (Genesis 21:1-7)
Abraham and Sarah waited many years for a child.
Isaac was born when Abraham was 100 years old as the child of promise.
4. The Test of Faith – Sacrifice of Isaac (Genesis 22)
God tested Abraham’s faith by asking him to sacrifice Isaac.
Abraham obeyed, but God provided a ram instead, proving Abraham’s faithfulness.
5. Legacy and Death (Genesis 25:7-11)
Abraham lived to 175 years and was buried in the Cave of Machpelah.
He became the patriarch of Israel (through Isaac) and many Arab nations (through
Ishmael).
3. Abraham in the New Testament
Romans 4:3 – "Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness."
Galatians 3:6-9 – Abraham’s faith makes him the father of all who believe in God.
Hebrews 11:8-12, 17-19 – Abraham is listed in the "Hall of Faith."
4. Lessons from Abraham's Faith
1. Obedience to God’s Call – Abraham trusted God without knowing the future.
2. Patience in God’s Promises – He waited many years for Isaac.
3. Total Surrender – Willingness to sacrifice Isaac showed his complete faith.
4. Righteousness by Faith – He was justified by faith, not works.
