set your mind on things above where Christ is

The story of Isaac and his family teach us that the Lord is sovereign, but that does not excuse a lack of faith or responsibility.

The faithful servant of Abraham travels to find a wife for the heir, Isaac.

Believers in Christ are strangers and pilgrims in this world, and always have been.

do not be deceived by false religion

Abraham is called to the ultimate act of faith: to obey God and slay his son, the son of promise.

Jesus Christ conquers our sin and gives us life by his death

A potential conflict between Abraham and Abimelech is avoided by Abraham's principled stand and peaceful outreach.