Abraham and Yahweh: Fathers You Should Know About
Two loving fathers you didn’t know or hear much about until now
In the spirit of Father’s Day, I’d very much like my readers to get to know Abraham and Yahweh: Fathers you should know about who have loved us, but you probably didn’t notice that or hear much about this fact until now.
Who is Abraham?
Abraham, also known as Abram, is a central figure in the Bible, revered as the father of all nations. He is considered to be one of the most important figures in religious history, not only in Christianity but also in Judaism and Islam.
In the Bible, Abraham is credited for his unwavering faith in “God,” hospitality, and his willingness to sacrifice his own son.
Abraham’s story begins in Genesis 12 when “God” called him to leave his homeland and his family to travel to a new land.
“God” promised Abraham that he would become the father of many nations and that his descendants would be as numerous as the stars in the sky. Abraham, trusting in “God’s” promise, left everything behind and journeyed to a foreign land.
Throughout his life, Abraham showed remarkable faith in “God,” even in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
When Abraham and his wife, Sarah, were unable to conceive a child, “God” promised to make him the father of a great nation. Abraham believed “God’s” promise, and Sarah gave birth to Isaac when they were both well advanced in age.
One of the most significant events in Abraham’s life was his willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac. “God” commanded Abraham to offer Isaac as a burnt offering, which was a shocking request.
Despite his love for his son, Abraham obeyed “God’s” command and set out to carry out the sacrifice. However, at the last moment, “God” provided a ram caught in a thicket for the sacrifice instead of Isaac.
Abraham’s faith and obedience were rewarded, and he became a great leader of his people. His descendants formed the twelve tribes of Israel, and Yahshua, the Savior of the world, was born from the line of Abraham.
In addition to his unwavering faith, Abraham was known for his hospitality. He welcomed strangers into his home, offering them food and shelter, and giving generously to those in need.
Abraham’s trait was significant in the ancient Near Eastern culture, and his kindness and generosity were highly regarded.
Overall, Abraham’s story is one of great faith, sacrifice, and hospitality. He remains an essential figure in religious history and his legacy lives on today.
Abraham’s unwavering faith in “God” should serve as an inspiration to us all, and his kindness and generosity should remind us of the importance of hospitality and helping those in need.
Who is Yahweh?
Yahweh, our Father in heaven, is the Creator of the universe and the lover of humanity. He is the “God” (Elohim) of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and the Elohim of the Bible. Yahweh’s love for humanity is evident throughout the Scripture (Bible), from the opening chapters of Genesis to the closing chapters of Revelation.
In the beginning, Yahweh created the heavens and the earth, and He made man in His own image. Man was created to have fellowship with Yahweh and to live in harmony with Him. However, man rebelled against Yahweh and sinned, which led to a separation between Yahweh and humanity.
Despite man’s rebellion, Yahweh’s love for humanity never wavered. Yahweh chose Abraham, the father of all nations, to be His covenant partner and promised to bless all nations through him.
Yahweh gave the Law (Ten Commandments) to Moses as a way to help his people live in harmony with him and with one another. For more about the Ten Commandments, click here.
In the New Testament, Yahweh’s love for humanity is revealed through “Jesus” (Yahshua), His Son. Yahshua came to earth to show us who Yahweh is and to reconcile us to Him. Yahshua taught us to love Yahweh with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength and to love our neighbors as ourselves.
Yahshua also demonstrated Yahweh’s love through His life, death, and resurrection. Yahshua died on the “cross” (stake) for our sins, offering Himself as a sacrifice so that we could be reconciled to Yahweh. Three days later, He rose from the dead, defeating sin and death.
Yahweh’s love for humanity is also evident in the gift of His Holy Spirit, who empowers us to live as children of Elohim. The Holy Spirit gives us the ability to love one another, to serve our neighbors, and to share the good news of Yahshua the Messiah with the world.
Overall, Yahweh, our Father in heaven, is the lover of humanity. His love is evident throughout the Bible, from creation to redemption.
Yahweh’s love is not based on what we do or don’t do but on who He is. He is an Elohim who is love, and He desires to have a relationship with each one of us. So, let us rest in His love, and let us love others as He has loved us.
In conclusion, Abraham and Yahweh are two Fathers whose stories have had a profound impact on history and spirituality. Abraham’s faith, belief, strength, and devotion to his family and helping others must serve as role models for all of us. And by studying Yahweh’s teachings, we can gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and our place in the world and society.
To learn more about Yahshua, click here, and about Yahweh Elohim, click here. As a Jewish, I’d like to remind everyone that Yahweh is the beginning and end (Alpha and Omega) of everything! Remember that what happens in Israel will determine the fate (past, present, future) of this fading world.
Happy Father’s Day to the father of all nations, Abraham, and to all the fathers out there, especially to our Father in heaven, Yahweh, our Elohim!
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