Here I Am
Scripture Focus
After these things God tested Abraham and said to him, “Abraham!” And he said, “Here I am.” He said, “Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah, and offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains of which I shall tell you.” So Abraham rose early in the morning, saddled his donkey, and took two of his young men with him, and his son Isaac. And he cut the wood for the burnt offering and arose and went to the place of which God had told him. On the third day Abraham lifted up his eyes and saw the place from afar. Then Abraham said to his young men, “Stay here with the donkey; I and the boy will go over there and worship and come again to you.”
(Genesis 22:1-5)
"Here I am"
I'm present
I'm listening.
How are we formed to Say “Here I Am” to God?
And Abraham took the wood of the burnt offering and laid it on Isaac his son. And he took in his hand the fire and the knife. So they went both of them together. And Isaac said to his father Abraham, “My father!” And he said, “Here I am, my son.” He said, “Behold, the fire and the wood, but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” Abraham said, “God will provide for himself the lamb for a burnt offering, my son.” So they went both of them together.
When they came to the place of which God had told him, Abraham built the altar there and laid the wood in order and bound Isaac his son and laid him on the altar, on top of the wood. Then Abraham reached out his hand and took the knife to slaughter his son.
(Genesis 22:6-10)
Trusting God for the promise vs Trusting God with the Promise
“Obedience can happen in a moment, but surrender is the posture of a lifetime.”
Jon Tyson
Identify your Isaac
Achievement - I am what I accomplish
Image - I am what others perceive
Success - I am my upward trajectory
Family outcome - I am the results of parenting or marriage
Influence - I am my impact
But the angel of the Lord called to him from heaven and said, “Abraham, Abraham!” And he said, “Here I am.” He said, “Do not lay your hand on the boy or do anything to him, for now I know that you fear God, seeing you have not withheld your son, your only son, from me.” And Abraham lifted up his eyes and looked, and behold, behind him was a ram, caught in a thicket by his horns. And Abraham went and took the ram and offered it up as a burnt offering instead of his son. So Abraham called the name of that place, “The Lord will provide”; as it is said to this day, “On the mount of the Lord it shall be provided.”
And the angel of the Lord called to Abraham a second time from heaven and said, “By myself I have sworn, declares the Lord, because you have done this and have not withheld your son, your only son, I will surely bless you, and I will surely multiply your offspring as the stars of heaven and as the sand that is on the seashore. And your offspring shall possess the gate of his enemies, and in your offspring shall all the nations of the earth be blessed, because you have obeyed my voice.”
(Genesis 22:11-18)
God doesn’t just fulfill promises he forms people
Discussion Questions:
Read Gen. 22:1-14
- What has happened in Abraham’s life to this point to prepare him for this test of faith?
- What key phrase is used three times in these verses? (Here I am) What is the significance of this phrase?
- What does Heb. 11:17 tell us about the mind of Abraham as he approaches the sacrifice of Issac?
Talk about the five Issacs that we can have:
- Achievement (I am what I accomplish)
- Image (I am what others perceive)
- Success (I am my upward trajectory)
- Family Outcome (I am the results of my parenting and marriage)
- Influence (I am my impact)
Diving Deeper:
How has God asked you to pledge your allegiance to Him?
Pastor Jesse said that "Gifts make terrible Gods". What gifts that God has given you are a part of your identity? How can we keep them in an open hand, rather than a fist?
End with the quote by Jon Tyson- “Obedience can happen in a moment but surrender is the posture of a lifetime.”
This week
Prayer Gathering for ALL
You’re invited to slow down, breathe, and pray with us. Once a month, men and women from across Lighthouse gather for a simple time of prayer - nothing fancy or intimidating. Just real people coming together to seek God, lift up our church, and support one another.
🗓️ Tuesday, February 24 - 🕖 6:30-8PM - 📍 Room 320 (Building 2)
Men’s Breakfast
All men are invited! This is a great chance to connect with other guys and enjoy a great breakfast. No need to sign up. Come as you are and bring a friend. Looking forward to seeing you there!
🗓️ Saturday, February 28 - 🕖 8-9:30AM - 📍 Fellowship Center (Main Building)
L.Y.A. Worship Night
All young adults (18-29) are invited to join us for a time of worship, teaching, and socializing. Our goal is to cultivate a strong community focused on building relationships with one another and with Jesus.
🗓️ Sunday, March 1 - 🕖 7PM - 📍 Room 320 (Building 2)
Annual Meeting
THIS AFTERNOON! All members and attenders are invited to join us for our Annual Member Meeting, a meaningful afternoon of reflection and vision. We’ll celebrate what God has done this past year through powerful testimonies, share financial report, and look ahead to our vision and priorities for the coming year. We’ll enjoy dessert and Fellowship, because good conversations are better with something sweet! Learn More.
🗓️ Sunday, February 22 - 🕖 3:00-5:00PM - 📍 Sanctuary (Main Building)
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