In this weeks portion we see a new beginning - with Abraham. Through him God will begin to call forth His people that will be called Israel. Abraham’s life provides us a template of who we are regarding his seed. His journeys, his trials will reflect upon his descendants. Therefore, everything that happened to him should inspire us to have confidence in God. In his first trial he was told to leave the land of Ur. No reasoning, no time for contemplating, just to go. There will be times when the Father will ask us to do things without reasoning or contemplation. We are to act and respond, executing what we call faith. Abrahams journey demonstrates his desire to draw closer to the Creator. He “crossed over” into an unknown land trusting completely that the Father would provide everything he would ever need. God’s promises aren’t just for one person; they have long term goals and ramifications for our benefit. In striving to please the Father He exemplifies Yeshua. Even in this world of chaos it should give us all reassurance and peace that even through Abrahams trials the Father still took care of His own and preserved that which is precious to Him.