BASIC SCRIPTURE ODM Devotional 12 September 2023
BASIC SCRIPTURE: GENESIS 12: 1 – 9
Genesis 12:1-9 (KJV):
1 Now the Lord had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, unto a land that I will shew thee:
2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:
3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
4 So Abram departed, as the Lord had spoken unto him; and Lot went with him: and Abram was seventy and five years old when he departed out of Haran.
5 And Abram took Sarai his wife, and Lot his brother’s son, and all their substance that they had gathered, and the souls that they had gotten in Haran; and they went forth to go into the land of Canaan; and into the land of Canaan they came.
6 And Abram passed through the land unto the place of Sichem, unto the plain of Moreh. And the Canaanite was then in the land.
7 And the Lord appeared unto Abram, and said, Unto thy seed will I give this land: and there builded he an altar unto the Lord, who appeared unto him.
8 And he removed from thence unto a mountain on the east of Beth-el, and pitched his tent, having Beth-el on the west, and Hai on the east: and there he builded an altar unto the Lord, and called upon the name of the Lord.
9 And Abram journeyed, going on still toward the south.
This passage describes God’s call to Abram (later known as Abraham) to leave his homeland and journey to a new land that God would show him. God promises to make Abram a great nation, bless him, and make his name great. Abram obeys God’s call and sets out on this journey of faith.
FINISH READING: DAILY Manna Devotional 12 September 2023
Summary: The topic “Men I Don’t Know Shall Labour for Me” likely draws its inspiration from the biblical account of Abraham (formerly Abram) and God’s call to him in Genesis 12:1-9. In this passage, God calls Abram to leave his homeland and go to a land that God would show him. God promises to bless Abram, make his name great, and make him a blessing to others. God also tells Abram that He will bless those who bless him and curse those who curse him.
Reflection:
- God’s Call and Promise: Abraham’s story begins with a divine call and promise. He is called to leave his comfort zone and embark on a journey of faith. The promise includes blessings, a great name, and being a blessing to others. This story teaches us that God often calls us to step out in faith and trust in His promises, even when the path ahead is unclear.
- Unseen Labor: The phrase “Men I Don’t Know Shall Labour for Me” may refer to the idea that God orchestrates circumstances and brings people into our lives to fulfill His promises. In Abraham’s case, he would later receive help and support from various individuals, including his nephew Lot and the people he encountered on his journey.
- Divine Providence: Abraham’s journey underscores the concept of divine providence, where God works behind the scenes to ensure His plans are fulfilled. Even when we don’t know the people or circumstances God will use, we can trust that He is in control.
- Blessing Others: Abraham is not only promised blessings but is also told that he will be a blessing to others. This teaches us the importance of sharing the blessings we receive from God with those around us.
Prayer: As you reflect on this topic and the story of Abraham, consider praying for the faith to follow God’s call and trust in His promises, even when the path is uncertain. Pray for the awareness to recognize the people and opportunities God brings into your life to fulfill His purposes. Ask for the grace to be a blessing to others as you receive God’s blessings.
Conclusion: The story of Abraham’s call and journey is a powerful reminder of God’s faithfulness and providence. Just as God worked through unknown individuals to fulfill His promises to Abraham, He continues to work in our lives in ways we may not always understand. Trust in His plan, and be open to being a blessing to others along the way.
