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January 14 And Isaac spoke to Abraham his father and said, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” And he said, “Behold, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?” And Abraham said, “God will provide for Himself the lamb for the burnt offering, my son.” So the two of them walked on together. Genesis 22:7,8. This is a well-known story, partly because it is so amazing. Abraham had been asked by God to sacrifice his only son, Isaac. This is a shadow of Christ, who was the Father’s only Son. What must have been going through the mind of Isaac, who seemed not to have a clue as to the intentions of God and Abraham? Isaac walked with his father for three days to reach this place of sacrifice. What wonderful things did they discuss on the way? Abraham was assured in his own mind that God would provide the substitute sacrifice. Just as we have a substitute, Jesus, who died for us at the cross. What marvelous faith, what bold confidence he is showing. We are to be the same way, my friend. God will never ask us to do anything unless the means to do it are provided. We are to look to Him for all of our needs. I wonder if we can show this kind of faith. We live in perplexing times, all the while being bombarded by trials and situations that demand our attention as well as our resources. We seem to be too stretched to respond to all of the needs around us. But in the midst of all of this we are to turn to God for the calm, clear direction for our lives. Yes, He will provide—no matter the cost. Father, we ask for the faith of Abraham to deal with our daily walk in this world. We ultimately want to trust only in You, for to do otherwise is futile. Work Your way of life into us, giving us the steady knowledge that You will provide. We thank You in the name of Jesus. Amen. |
