The Great News of the Gospel – Part 8

<p>Abraham doubted God’s promise to provide him and his wife with a son. Then, he decided to have a child with another woman just in case God didn’t come through.</p> <p>But that’s not what Romans 4 says about Abraham! God tells us through the Apostle Paul that Abraham “did not waver” in unbelief, grew strong in his faith, and was “fully assured.”</p> <p>Are you kidding me? I find that interesting, to say the least, don’t you? Why would God describe Abraham in this way, leaving out his biggest failure and even showcasing his faith?</p> <p>I think you’re going to love the answer, because it’s a beautiful reminder of how God sees you even in the midst of failure.</p> <p>Find out more right here in this compelling look at Abraham from God’s viewpoint.</p> <p><strong>Questions for Romans 4:16-5:1</strong></p> <ol> <li>In what way is Abraham the father of us all?</li> <li>How does verse 17 speak to Creation itself?</li> <li>React to this statement: God views Abraham as never wavering even though he concocted a Plan B.</li> <li>How does verse 25 convey the two main aspects of the Gospel message?</li> <li>What does it mean to you personally to have peace with God?</li> </ol>