Abraham and Sarah’s story is one of fear, control, and faith. Despite God’s promise, they tried to take matters into their own hands—choosing heirs, using surrogates, and even lying to protect themselves. Their efforts nearly destroyed their family. Yet God remained faithful, reminding them the promise was for both Abraham and Sarah. In the end, they learned that faith—not fear or control—was the path to God’s righteousness (Genesis 15:6).

Wrecked. YET. Renewed.

Wrecked by Fear

Genesis

Three things about our fears:

1. Fear is looking to control us. (Genesis 12:1-7, 10)

When I am in control, it means He isn't.

2. Fear has compounding and long-term consequences. (Genesis 15:1-6, 16:1-2)

A guiding question: "Does this decision come from my fear and my reasoning, or does it come from God's promises and direction?"

3. Fear is a choice. (Genesis 21:1; 22:1-3, 7-14)

God only gives us commands when there is a choice to be made.

Living in fear is practicing atheism right in the face of God.