Pentecost Season · Proper 14 · Year C
Genesis 15:1-6
God's Covenant Promise to Abram
August 13, 2028

Overview & Insights
"And he believed the LORD, and he counted it to him as righteousness." (Genesis 15:6)
The LORD comes to Abram in a vision and promises to be his shield and great reward. When Abram protests that he is childless, God brings him outside to count the stars as a sign of his offspring, and Abram believes the promise.
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Commentary
Commentary on Genesis 15:1-6 Working Preacher
Situates the promise of an heir within the larger covenant chapter.
Genesis 15:1-6 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Homiletical treatment of Abram's complaint and God's promise of descendants.
Genesis 15 Commentary Enduring Word · David Guzik
Verse-by-verse treatment of God's covenant confirmation with Abram.
Genesis 15:1 Commentaries BibleHub
Classic commentaries on God's promise to be Abram's shield and reward.
Genesis 15 Commentary Precept Austin
Verse-by-verse study notes on the covenant chapter.
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