In this lecture, Don Carson discusses God’s sovereignty and covenant promises as he unpacks Abraham’s story in Genesis 12. Carson critiques common misconceptions about God’s relationship with humanity, demonstrating how God’s covenant with Abraham points to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus. The lecture stresses the importance of understanding God’s grace, as seen in Abraham’s obedience and trust in God’s promises.
He teaches the following:
Three common misconceptions about God’s relationship with humanity
Why God doesn’t need humanity’s worship or obedience
Why it’s important to understand God’s sovereignty and grace
God unconditionally fulfills his promises, even when humans fail
The cultural significance of Abraham’s obedience to God
The story of Abraham and Isaac is a prefiguration of God’s ultimate act of grace in sending his Son to die for humanity
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