Tuesday – Pentateuch

Reading – Genesis 14

Highlight Verses:

“Abram replied to the king of Sodom, “I solemnly swear to the Lord, God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth, that I will not take so much as a single thread or sandal thong from what belongs to you. Otherwise you might say, ‘I am the one who made Abram rich.’”
‭‭Genesis‬ ‭14‬:‭22‬-‭23‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Was it Abram’s pride or wisdom that made him not accept Sodom’s wealth?

Maybe both.

Certainly Sodom’s reputation was known to Abram. It was not a group of people with which he wanted to be associated.

Instead, Abram used this situation to show his dedication to the Lord by giving to Melchizedek, a priest of God.

Jesus said that where your treasure is, there is your heart.

Abram’s heart was with the Lord.

If you want to know where your heart is, take a look at your bank statements.

As one who has struggled with giving in the past, I can tell you that I understand if you have struggled with it too.

I can also tell you from experience that God honors generous giving with provision.

Has giving ever been a financial challenge to you?
How has the Lord provided when you have risen to the challenge?