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Genesis 12:1 – The Lord said to Abram, Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. The nation of Israel begins here. Here the story of scripture shifts from God’s relationship with the world in general, to God’s unique relationship with Abraham and his offspring — the Israelites. Abram wasn’t chosen by God because he was better than anyone else, but simply because God chose him. He became so important to the Bible’s story, however, that his name is mentioned more than two hundred times. Abraham was living in a pagan culture when God broke into his life, and told him to move to a Promised Land. Abraham chose to listen to God… and for much of his life, Abraham lived in a tent, traveling through the desert. He’s an example to those who refuse to settle down in this world as they journey to the next. The book of Hebrews tells us, in its beloved “Hall of Faith” chapter, that Abraham “Was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God.” God also promised Abraham, “All peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” This anticipates the gospel of Jesus Christ who, two thousand years later, was born to Abraham’s bloodline. Because the gospel of Jesus Christ has spread throughout the world, the world has been blessed through Abraham. The God of Abraham keeps His promises … and we can trust Him.