Text: Gen. 12:1-3; 16:1-4; 17:1-4
Title: Abraham

God's promise to Abraham: A nation and blessing the whole earth. 

Abraham's responsibility: Faith and trust. 

Covenant: Formalized vow or promise. 

God's fulfillment of His promise to Abraham: The nation of Israel and Jesus. 

Despite our unfaithfulness, God is faithful in keeping His promises. 

Because God keeps His promises: 
1) Be willing to wait on God. 
2) Take hope in His promises. 
   - To be with your always (Josh. 1:9, Matt. 28:20). 
   - To be faithful (Heb. 10:23). 
   - To extend love and compassion (Isa. 54:10). 
   - God has a plan for your life (Eph. 2:10). 
   - He will avenge injustice (Rom. 12:9). 
   - To give you rest (Matt. 11:28). 
   - Nothing can separate you from His love (Rom. 8:38-39). 
   - To take His children to heaven (John 14:3). 
   - T0 fix what's wrong in the world (Rev. 21:4).