He Yet Speaks!

Abel is dead, but he still speaks (Hebrews 11:4). His blood calls for vengeance, thus speaking (Hebrews 12:24; Genesis 4:10). However, it seems he speaks more clearly through his example of obedient faith. God caused Moses to record that faith for all time in the pages of his inspired word. His example tells us God's favor is always upon those who obey his will (Matthew 7:21).

In stark contrast, we see God's punishment for Cain. Cain said it was more than he could bear (Genesis 4:12-13). He was cursed and condemned to be a fugitive. God would not allow anyone to kill him. He placed a mark on him to warn others (4:14-15).

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