Genesis 15-17
Genesis 15-17 really resonates with me, especially as I think about my family—my spouse, our two boys, and me—facing a lot of uncertainty right now. We’re navigating changes like job relocations, potential moves, and, on top of that, my dad’s health has not been the greatest. It feels like everything is up in the air, and the stress of not knowing what the future holds is heavy. In these chapters, God makes an incredible promise to Abram, telling him his descendants will be as numerous as the stars, even though he and Sarai were well past the age of having children. But before that promise came to pass, there was a lot of waiting, uncertainty, and stepping out in faith without knowing the full picture. That really speaks to where we are.
With my dad’s health issues, there’s an added layer of anxiety and worry. The uncertainty of not knowing what will happen next—how things will unfold or how we’ll handle it—feels overwhelming at times. Then, when I think about the changes in our jobs and where we might end up, it feels like the pieces aren’t falling into place as easily as I’d like. But the story of Abraham and Sarah encourages me to trust that, just like they didn’t have the full picture, neither do we. What stands out to me is God’s faithfulness, even in the midst of uncertainty. While I may not know exactly how everything will turn out—whether it’s a job move or my dad’s health—I’m holding on to the truth that God will see us through. Just as He kept His promises to Abraham, He’ll be with us through all the unknowns. I believe that no matter what happens, He’s got us, and we’ll be okay. He’s faithful, and His promises are good, even when we can’t see the whole journey.