Simple Lesson that Was Hard to Forget

 “Simple Lesson that Was Hard to Forget” - Genesis 23
Dr. W. Jamie Kim

 I. Isaac  Was In the Surprise School of Obedience: He Watched His Own Dad
Dad would not even spare his own son
Even God was surprised and impressed by his father’s obedience (22:12, 16)
God will provide! (22:6-8; 13-14)
He will be blessed because of his father’s faithfulness and obedience (22:17-19)

 II. Farewell, My Love
Abraham’s final years (137-175): loneliness (23:1-2)
A stranger’s lot in life: sorrow (23:3-4; 7-9)
Godly man’s pride (23: 10-20)

 III. Application
Who influenced you the most in your life?
What impressed you about that person?
Can you say you have impressed your children or people around you with your attitude of obedience to God?