much like the last time we read this I do not have a real take. But I do see the break here between Christian and Islam faith. It is interesting that God promises Hagar a son and lots of descendants. Why did he enable this to happen? it seems like its the start of a long and messy road?
more questions than insights today.
knut
I'm struck by the stupidness, and lack of faith that is displayed here by Abram. Sarai tells him to take her servant and have a child with her?......and he does it? Come on! This feels like the ultimate bad decision or the ultimate bad wife trap. Why would he do this? It feels a little like Adam and his weakness to listen to Eve. Sometimes the passivity of men is astounding! I see it in myself sometimes. Its tough to overcome. I know I need to step up and be the leader, but here I am listening to what everyone is telling me to do.....and doing it. The ramifications for what Abram does is catastrophic. The world is still reeling from his lack of leadership.
ReplyDeleteSide note; please keep Max in your prayers. He came home from college last week...permanently. He wasn't doing well, grade wise. He was doing well socially either. He was getting into things that were pulling him away from school and away from God. Say some prayers that God will speak to him, or show up for him. He needs it.
He is home now, and on a good road for the future, if he sticks with his plan. Its tough to see your kids struggle with life.
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Max is definitely in my prayers. I glad he is safe with you and Kim and can move forward with a good plan. I worry for our kids all the time--I know we are not supposed to worry but I do.
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