On the same day the Lord made a covenant with Abram, saying: “To your descendants I have given this land, from the river of Egypt to the great river, the River Euphrates” Genesis 15:18 NKJV
As mentioned before this ceremony was part of an ancient covenant ceremony. Here, the Lord comes down in His glory, the first time it has been seen on earth since Adam and Eve sinned in Eden, and He passes between the sacrifice. He is confirming His covenant with Abram. Usually both parties had to pass through together. However, this covenant is one sided. Irregardless of what Abram, or his descendants do, this covenant is as good as the Name of the Lord. It will be fulfilled! Let us take note of the change from “I will”, Genesis 12:1; 12:7; 13:15; 13:17; to “I have”, Genesis 15:18. This is a done deal, and it cannot be changed! This covenant cemented the faith of Abram in place and gave him a sure promise to hold on to. Thank the Lord for His promises that make faith possible! Many of His promises are “If you will then I will” in nature, Romans 10:13; Acts 16:31; Matthew 6:33; Philippians 4:19. However, His greatest promises are cut in stone, and they are one sided. Regardless of what we may do, His promises still stand and will stand, Hebrews 13:15; Acts 1:8; John 10:28; John 14:1-3; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 etc. The promises and covenants of the Lord are given to encourage and confirm our faith in Him. As we accept Him at His word and order our lives after His will, we mature in His image!
PRAYER THOUGHT
Lord, thank You for Your promises that confirm our faith in You.
PRAYER FOR TODAY
Thank You, Lord, that Your promises and covenants are given to encourage and confirm our faith in You. As we accept You at Your word and order our lives after Your will, we mature in Your image. AMEN
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE READING ASSOCIATION (IBRA)
Matthew 15:1-20
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