The Word of the Week
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The Word of the Week
WORD OF THE WEEK - ABRAHAM - 7/13/25
Definition: Abraham - an Old Testament patriarch regarded by Jews as the founder of the Hebrew people through his son Isaac and by Muslims as the founder of the Arab people through his son Ishmael.
Scriptures:Genesis 16:1–2 - “Now Sarai, Abram’s wife, had borne him no children. But she had an Egyptian slave named Hagar; so she said to Abram, ‘The Lord has kept me from having children. Go, sleep with my slave; perhaps I can build a family through her.’ Abram agreed to what Sarai said.”
Genesis 12:11–13 - “As he was about to enter Egypt, he said to his wife Sarai, ‘I know what a beautiful woman you are. When the Egyptians see you, they will say, “This is his wife.” Then they will kill me but will let you live. Say you are my sister, so that I will be treated well for your sake and my life will be spared because of you.’”
Genesis 22:12 - “Do not lay a hand on the boy,” he said. “Do not do anything to him. Now I know that you fear God, because you have not withheld from me your son, your only son.”
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Definition: Abraham - an Old Testament patriarch regarded by Jews as the founder of the Hebrew people through his son Isaac and by Muslims as the founder of the Arab people through his son Ishmael.
Scriptures:Genesis 16:1–2 - “Now Sarai, Abram’s wife, had borne him no children. But she had an Egyptian slave named Hagar; so she said to Abram, ‘The Lord has kept me from having children. Go, sleep with my slave; perhaps I can build a family through her.’ Abram agreed to what Sarai said.”
Genesis 12:11–13 - “As he was about to enter Egypt, he said to his wife Sarai, ‘I know what a beautiful woman you are. When the Egyptians see you, they will say, “This is his wife.” Then they will kill me but will let you live. Say you are my sister, so that I will be treated well for your sake and my life will be spared because of you.’”
Genesis 22:12 - “Do not lay a hand on the boy,” he said. “Do not do anything to him. Now I know that you fear God, because you have not withheld from me your son, your only son.”
THOUGHT
I admit it: I am a Marvel Universe fan. My love of comic books was sparked by my mother, who devoured every comic book she could find — from Archie and romantic dramas to X-Men. If she had the money, she would have the books. When she finished reading, she passed them on to me.
So, for me to see Father Abraham as a super-hero is not much of a stretch. He had the characteristics of a Superhero.
His story began with his separation from his family because of his purpose. He was a character in contrast to those around him. He loved, fought for and served others. His home life was fraught with confusion and conflict. He lived with purpose, served with hope and fulfilled his destiny. He was not perfect, yet FAITH — his super-power — made him invulnerable to his mistakes.
Abraham is only one of the super-heroes of Genesis. Others like Noah who was to build the lifesaving Ark, Moses, the water-parting liberator and Samson, the long-haired man of strength, would have a tough time competing with the super-power of faith exhibited by Abraham. He was the one chosen by God to reconcile God with humanity after their vain attempt to reach heaven with the building of the tower of Babel.
The depravity of humanity, in its worship of idols, and satisfaction of the flesh in all its forms was as dark and treacherous as the streets of Gotham or the heart and mind of Thanos. Yet, God found in Abraham a man of faith so pure that not only was he willing to follow God’s instructions but to do so to the point of sacrificing his son and heir to please God. His story transcends time and as reported in Romans 4 he is called the “Father of all who believe”, making him not only the father of many nations, but the prototype of anyone who believes and trusts in God.
Like all heroes, Abraham had his flaws:• His impatience led him to follow Sarai’s plan with Hagar, complicating God's promise.• His fear caused him to present Sarai as his sister to protect himself.• His compassion moved him to plead with God for Sodom, showing a heart of intercession.• And in the ultimate test of obedience, he was willing to sacrifice Isaac, trusting in God’s greater purpose.
Despite his struggles with fear, selfishness, and misunderstanding, Abraham’s faith remained firm. He surrendered his will, trusting in a faithful God — and in doing so, fulfilled his destiny.
Abraham’s faith was unwavering. He struggled with selfishness, disobedience, fear and ignorance just as we do. Even when he erred, he never lost faith that God would prevail. He was willing to surrender all to prove his love for God. Yet, despite his mistakes, his faith carried him to the fulfillment of the promise, proving the faithfulness of God.
Abraham did not wear a red cape with an “S” on his chest, or a blue suit with a mask. But make no mistake — Abraham was a superhero of faith. When he relied on faith, he never failed. So as a bible believing woman of faith, I ask you to sing with me…
Father Abraham had many children,Many children, had Father Abraham,I am one of them and so are you,So, let’s just praise the Lord!
