"So keep courage, men, for I have faith in God that it will happen just as he told me."

    If Abraham knew the promise and covenant that God would make him a great nation through him and his wife then why did Abraham not trust that it would come to pass? This is also the second time that he manipulates a king by telling them Sarah is his sister and leaving out the huge detail that she is also his wife. He fears the thoughts of man and that God cannot live up to His side of the bargain. He cowers at those he thinks are not fearful of God and he is rather fearful for his own life. We judge and criticize the sins and faults of those from the past, but how quick we are to forget the things of history. We say, "How could they do such a thing?" and "What were they thinking?" However, we are just as susceptible and prone to the flaws of our ancestors. How often do we tell half-truths and straight lies after we have been given a promise from God? He tells us something about our future and we try to maneuver our way to make it come to pass more quickly. Or we resort to sin to try and justify a good outcome, neglecting God's will or His sovereign hand. Lord, may I trust you all of my days and not try to manipulate others to bring about the promises You have for my life. Let me work in accordance to Your way, Your timing, and Your will.