The blessing promised to Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3) takes us right on to
the book of Revelation, to "the holy city, Jerusalem, coming down from
God out of heaven" (Revelation 21:10). The story of Abraham is more
than a human story. It is part of God's eternal purpose which will find
its ultimate fulfilment in the coming of God's eternal Kingdom. From the
outset, we see this as a Divine Story. It has human elements (Genesis
12:10-20), but, in its deepest meaning, it is God's Story. Recognizing
this divine dimension, we use the God-given name - Abraham (Genesis
17:5). The name 'Abram' (exalted father) draws attention to the man. The
name 'Abraham' (father of many) points to God's purpose. With Abraham,
we worship the Lord (Genesis 12:7-8). We say, 'He is exalted' - Christ
must increase, and we must decrease (John 3:30). We read of Abraham, and
we look beyond him to Christ. Looking to Christ, we say, 'Christ
triumphant, ever reigning, Saviour, Master, King." To Him, we say,
"Yours the glory and the crown.'
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