Abraham is Gone

Abraham was truly a man who knew the LORD. He had many difficulties and troubles, and

his share of sinful tendencies like we all do, but he began to understand who God was and

apply how God wants each of us to live. Abraham had a calling on his life as all of us do, and

he began to get insight from God on how to follow through in his purpose. This is the essence

of studying the life of Abraham. We not only gain understanding of Israel, but we learn how

God speaks, and get to see His invisible heart more clearly. Abraham was one hundred and

seventy-five years old when he died—longer than we will ever live. The lifespan today on this

side of the cross seems short, as Christ said the days would be shortened for the sake of the

elect ( M AT T H E W 2 4 : 2 2 ) , but we have eternity in our hearts when we give our souls to Jesus Christ.

The brothers Isaac and Ishmael buried their father in the cave of Machpelah, where Sarah, his

wife was buried. We are now beginning a new transition with Isaac. We will see the covenant of

God continue to work through Abraham through his son Isaac.