Dr. Jaerock Lee's 100th Book Abraham, the Friend of God_God's love learned through Abraham's life
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Abraham kept a close relationship with God, so that God even said, "Shall I hide from Abraham what I am about to do?" Through faith, he was blessed to prosper in all aspects and be in good health as his soul prospered and he became the forefather of faith. He possessed perfect faith to the extent that all believers long for the faith like his and he is the criterion of faith in the final judgment.
It is necessary to pay attention to his faith and trust in God to receive the blessings he received. What kind of faith did he have to please God? How did he come to be called 'the friend of God'? Just how close was his relationship with God? On October 10, 2015, the 33rd church anniversary, Senior Pastor Dr. Jaerock Lee announced the publication of his 100th book Abraham, the Friend of God so that all church members can follow the faith of Abraham and glorify God greatly.
The God of love set Abraham as the forefather of faith and teaches us true faith through his life. He also wants to give all of us the blessings Abraham enjoyed. Just as Abraham had done, we too must quickly demolish fleshly thoughts, pass through trials, and obey God through knowing His heart. Then we too will be called the friend of God.
This book consists of excerpts from Dr. Lee's series "Lectures on Genesis". His lectures on Genesis, chapters 12 through 25 were edited and divided into three parts: 'Trust and Obedience', 'Sacrifice and Submission', and 'Love and Blessing'. The book not only describes the faith of Abraham that completely relies on God, but also on that of his nephew Lot, who sought personal benefit; on Sarah, who did not believe God's promise; and the obedience of his only son, Isaac.
Above all, it was a dramatic scene in which Abraham passed the test of faith by offering up his son Isaac, the seed of God's promise, as a burnt offering. Consequently, Abraham came to be called 'the friend of God' and became the forefather of faith.
When Abraham was given the test, he said to God, "…to give my son as a burnt offering…I felt it was the Father's great love for me. I shed tears because of the heart of the Father who trusted me. Father it is You who always had consideration for me and wanted to bless me. Your love led me to become the forefather of faith today."
Abraham understood the heart of God and passed the test given to become the forefather of faith. He finally became the forefather of faith, and was called 'the fountain of blessing' and 'the friend of God'. He enjoyed overflowing blessings in both spirit and body. At an advanced age he even became younger again and begot six more sons. After his death, he was given a high rank in New Jerusalem, the best dwelling place in Heaven, and he will assist God during the Great White Throne Judgment.
Between the chapters, there are eight additional subtitles that help you understand the life of Abraham better such as 'Who Is Melchizedek, King of Salem?' and 'Who Are the Three Men with Him?' The Korean edition of this book is available now in Kyobo Book Centre and Youngpoong Bookstore.
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