Responsing to God's call today

Study Guide

The following may help you reflect further on the message
(the points could also be used as a discussion guide at fellowship groups)

  1. How does Genesis 25:8 sum up the life of Abraham. What prospects are there for us in this new series? How do you understand Genesis 11:27-32 in this context?
  2. In the context of John 8:56 and Galatians 3:6-9, discuss the prospects of looking at the life of Abraham over the next few weeks.
  3. Who is the Lord (mentioned six times in Genesis 12:1-9), and how can this make the life of Abraham relevant for us today? See John 10:27.
  4. How do you understand the blessing of Abram in Genesis 12:1-3? How does this relate to Galatians 3:9?
  5. How can we ensure that we maintain our walk with God as Abram did? (See Genesis 12:1-3; John 15:13-15; Revelation 3:20; 1 John 1:3-4).
  6. Discuss the implications of Abram's submission in Genesis 12:4-6.
    How can we apply this to our situation today?
  7. Why are some people hesitant to commit themselves to the Lord at the peak of their powers as Abram did? How can Ecclesiastes 12:1 help in your discussion?
  8. Look at Hebrews 11:8-10. How does your life relate to this passage? How can we begin to live according to v10?
  9. Why is it important to find security in God’s promises? How can we do this by following Abram’s example in Genesis 12:7-9?