What does Genesis 15:1 mean?

Genesis 15:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Genesis 15:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

After these things the word of the LORD came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.

1After these things the word of the LORD came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.

2And Abram said, Lord GOD, what wilt thou give me, seeing I go childless, and the steward of my house is this Eliezer of Damascus?

3And Abram said, Behold, to me thou hast given no seed: and, lo, one born in my house is mine heir.

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