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Out of a sinful and pagan world, God called Abraham to leave everything and everyone he knew and travel to a land he had never seen. Abraham stepped out in faith, yet he hesitated and delayed. Throughout his long life, it was only when Abraham full yielded himself to the will of God, that God could fulfill His will through Abraham.

It is primarily the revealed Word of God that directs us in our lives today. In this sense we have a great advantage over Abraham who only heard from God periodically. But, you ask, Can't we consult God directly? The answer is yes, since James wrote: “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him” (James 1:5). However, we should always combine this kind of prayer with a study of Scripture since the Word of God is filled
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