Fortified By Faith

Text: (Genesis 15:1-6)

1 After this, the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision:

“Do not be afraid, Abram.

I am your shield,

your very great reward.”

2 But Abram said, “O Sovereign Lord, what can you give me since I remain childless and the one who will inherit my estate is Eliezer of Damascus?” 3 And Abram said, “You have given me no children; so a servant in my household will be my heir.”

4 Then the word of the Lord came to him: “This man will not be your heir, but a son coming from your own body will be your heir.” 5 He took him outside and said, “Look up at the heavens and count the stars—if indeed you can count them.” Then he said to him, “So shall your offspring be.”

6 Abram believed the Lord, and he credited it to him as righteousness.

I. Introduction:

II. Faith Has A Source: Recognize The Supply

A. God Is An Encouraging Companion

B. God Is A Dependable Guard

C. God Is A Valuable Reward

III. Faith Has An Obstacle: Overcome The Anxiety

A. Caused By Waiting: Realization Delayed in Time

B. Caused By Wanting: Hope Diminished by Lack

C. Caused By Working: God Displaced by Man

IV. Faith Has A Handle: Grip The Promise

A. The Promise Communicated

1. Mistakes Corrected

2. Details Communicated

B. The Promise Illustrated

1. Illuminating God’s Ability

2. Illuminating God’s Abundance

V. Faith Has A Hope: Anticipate The Fulfillment

Fortified By Faith