Dr. McKellar’s Lesson for February 4, 2024

To the Land That I Will Show You

Genesis 11:27-12:9

1. Background 11:27-30

• from the covenant with Noah to the covenant with Abram (Gen. 31:53, Josh. 24:2)
• cast of characters and itinerary

2. The LORD’S Call 1-3

• Get out! … Be a blessing.
• promises: land, nation, name, blessing

3. Abram’s Compliance 4-6

• leaving his “world” to follow the LORD’S command (Gen. 15:6, Heb. 11:8)
• without the benefit of travel brochures or social media
• obedience in spite of advanced age and the presence of idolatry

4. The LORD’S Confirmation 7a

• revelation by word and appearance
• heavenly visitation and confirmation of promises

5. Abram’s Continuation 7b-9

• tent and altar
• worship prompted by the word

6. So What?

• Because the LORD is the ultimate deliverer and promise-keeper, forsake all to worship Him and serve His purposes.
• Resolve, by God’s grace, to live as a sojourner and worshiper.
• Connection to Christ: Luke 9:57-62, Rev. 5:1-11
• “Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah, pilgrim through this barren land; I am weak, but Thou art mighty, hold me with Thy pow’rful hand…” (W. Williams)