God Provided for Abram

Even this great man of faith had times when his trust in God's providence failed. Such an instance is seen in his journey into Egypt in time of famine. He tried to provide for himself instead of relying on God. Perhaps he had heard of men killed by Pharaoh so he could take their beautiful wives into his harem. Whatever the reason, Abram asked Sarai to say she was his sister. Apparently such a statement was a half truth (Genesis 20:12).

Sarai's beauty was commended to Pharaoh by his princes. He took her into his harem and treated Abram well. God had plans for Sarai so he intervened despite Abram's lack of faith. He brought great plagues on the house of Pharaoh. The ruler responded by having Sarai returned to Abram and having them escorted from the land. God provided despite Abram's deception and lack of faith (12:10-20).

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