Ep. 22 | When God Shows Up: What Abraham’s Covenant Teaches Us About Trust

Welcome to Untwisting Scripture! In this episode, Lisa and Jan dive into the fascinating story of Abraham in Genesis 15, unpacking the progression of his faith, the tangible covenant ceremony, and God’s unshakable promises.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS EPISODE:

- The significance of God’s promise to Abraham and its implications for his offspring.

- How Abraham’s doubts and struggles mirror our own—and what we can learn from his trust in God.

- The meaning behind the ancient covenant ceremony and how it reflects God’s faithfulness.

- Connections between Old Testament covenants and the New Testament gospel message.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. God’s Grace and Faithfulness: Even in moments of doubt, God reaffirmed His commitment to Abraham—a beautiful picture of His patience with us today.

2. Tangible Evidence of Promises: From counting stars to covenant rituals, God gave Abraham real, memorable reassurances of His plan.

3. Faith Over Works: Abraham’s righteousness wasn’t earned; it was credited to him through faith—a timeless truth that continues in Christ.

SCRIPTURE FOCUS:

- Genesis 15:1-6: Abraham’s doubts, God’s assurance, and the promise of countless offspring.

- Genesis 15:9-18: The covenant ceremony—a powerful symbol of God’s binding promise to His people.

JOIN THE CONVERSATION:

We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts, and let’s navigate these topics together. Reach out to us on social media or send us an email.

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL:

- Instagram: [@lisascheff](https://www.instagram.com/lisascheff), [@JanTouchberry](https://www.instagram.com/JanTouchberry)

- Facebook: [@lisafariesscheffler](https://www.facebook.com/lisafariesscheffler), [@JanTouchberry](https://www.facebook.com/JanTouchberry)

SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW:

Never miss an episode! Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Want to receive a text with the link every time we drop a new episode? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click this link to sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or text BIBLE to 469-359-3210.

SUPPORT THE PODCAST:

If you enjoy our podcast and want to support us, consider sharing it with your friends and leaving a review. Your support helps us reach more people and spread the message of truth and hope in Christ.