Genesis 18

Scripture:  Genesis 18:1-15

Observation:  Abraham was visited by the Lord in verse 1, then it states he was visited by three men whom he refers to as Lord.  These visitors were welcomed by Abraham, and he begged them to stay and have refreshment at his home.  Abraham had his servant prepare a young calf, and Sarah made cakes for the men as a sign of hospitality.  The Lord then stated to Abraham, yet again, that by the following year he and Sarah would have a son.  Sarah couldn't help but laugh to herself at the thought; she was already 90 years old, well past child-bearing years.  To her surprise, the Lord asked Abraham why Sarah would laugh, as though it were impossible for Him to make this happen.  Sarah denied having laughed, but the Lord said to her, "No, but you did laugh." (verse 15)

Application:  There are times in our lives when things seem impossible, hope is gone and we give up.  This was Sarah's stance on the child-bearing issue; she was well past the time when she could have children, and the very thought of it was so incredulous to her, she could only laugh.  But the Lord answered her, "Is anything too hard for the Lord?"  We forget that nothing is impossible with God.  He is the Creator of all things.  He can change our circumstances, even when they appear hopeless.  We need to trust in His power and strength.

Prayer:  Father, is anything too wonderful for You?  Is anything too difficult for You to accomplish?  NO!!  There is nothing You can't make right.  The Bible shows us that Your desire is to make all things new, and You can do it, even when it appears there is no way.  Lord, I trust You.  I believe in You.  Help me not to doubt Your abilities or put limits on Your greatness.  You are, and forever will be, God.  In Christ Jesus, Amen.