How can we apply Abraham's immediate action in Genesis 18:2 to our daily lives? The Moment in Focus “ And Abraham looked up and saw three men standing nearby. When he saw them, he ran from the entrance of his tent to meet them and bowed low to the ground.” (Genesis 18:2) Abraham’s Immediate Response • He looked up—staying alert to God-sent opportunities. • He ran—acting without delay. • He bowed low—approaching with humility and honor. Principles We Can Live By • Alertness: keep spiritual eyes open for people God places in our path. • Urgency: treat obedience and service as time-sensitive. • Humility: remember that every act of kindness is ultimately service to the Lord. Practical Steps for Today • Start each morning asking the Lord to help you notice needs around you. • When a prompting comes—call, text, visit, give—move on it before second-guessing sets in. • Clear small blocks of time in your schedule so availability becomes possible. • Practice physical gestures of respect (a warm greeting, eye contact, a genuine smile) to mirror Abraham’s bow. • Keep simple hospitality supplies ready: a spare meal, an extra chair, a clean guest room, or even just attentiveness. Scriptures to Encourage Quick Obedience • “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” (James 1:22) • “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, because by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.” (Hebrews 13:2) • “Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” (Romans 12:11) Living It Out The more quickly we respond to God’s nudges, the more we resemble Abraham at his tent door—alert, eager, and humble. Today, when the Spirit taps you on the shoulder, choose to run rather than walk. |
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