The Command from Heaven (v. 1-2)

• This is only a test.
  • Exodus 16:4
  • Deuteronomy 8:14-16
  • James 1:3
• God calls Abraham to sacrifice the "son of promise" on a mountain in Moriah.
  • Genesis 12:1-3; 15:4-6
  • Genesis 18:10-12; 21:6

The Obedience of Abraham (v. 3-10)

• Abraham responds without hesitation.
  • Hebrews 13:5
• Real faith is demonstrated on the approach.
  • Isaiah 53:7
• The Offering is prepared.
  • Hebrews 11:1
• Abraham genuinely intends to sacrifice his son.
  • Hebrews 11:17-19

The Lord Responds (v. 11-19)

• The Lord intervenes before Abraham can slay Isaac.
  • Jeremiah 7:31
• The Lord provides a substitute.
  • Leviticus 16:2-3
  • John 1:29
  • 2 Corinthians 5:21
• The Lord guarantees his promises to Abraham with an oath.
  • Hebrews 6:13-14

So What?

• Will I give up my Isaac(s) in trusting obedience to the Lord?
  • 1 Peter 1:7
• Conclusion: On the Mountain of the Lord, it will be provided.
  • 1 Peter 3:18
  • Romans 8:32