GENESISChapter 22

GOD WILL PROVIDE HIMSELF A LAMB

I.       Introduction

A. “Testing of Abraham”.

1. “Testing” comes from the Lord.2. “Temptation” comes

from satan. a)   Both can be at the

same trial!(1) The Lord wants

us to stand fast in faith.

(a) James 1:3-4

(2) Our own lust!(a) James 1:13-16(b) “Who is winning in my trials?”

B. Abraham passes his test!

II. Genesis 22:1-3

A. “Test” to strengthen Abraham.

1. He begins the task before him.

III. Genesis 22:4-5

A. He settle in his heart before heading for Moriah!

1. We must know going in.

a)  Quickest way to fail. b)  Logic is beyond reach.2. “3 days” = Isaac is

dead!

B. Trouble with Abraham’s definition of “worship”!

2. True worship a total commitment?”

IV. Genesis 22:6

A. Abraham’s “only begotten son” carrying the “tree”!

V. Genesis 22:7-8

A. Where is the lamb?

1. Genesis 22:8 a)   Strange wording. b)   Abraham’s statement prophetic.

(1) The Lord provided Himself!

c)   Isaac committed to pleasing the Lord.

VI.  Genesis 22:9

A. Isaac a willing victim, why tied up?”

1. NEVER decide in heat of battle. a)   Perhaps Isaac requested!2. Bit of a stretch!

a) Luke 22:42 b) Nust have submitted desires to

the will of God!(1) True worship a

total commitment!

VII. Genesis 22:10-13

A. The Lord did provide for Himself the lamb for the burnt offering!

VIII. Genesis 22:14

A. Jehovahjireh = “The Lord will provide

1. This Mt. Solomon built temple.

IX. CONCLUSION

A. Genesis 22:15-24

1. Rebekah – Isaac’s future bride!