Genesis 15.1-6: This chapter enters us into the theological heart of the Abraham narrative. In the midst of an unsure world that might bring significant fear, the Word of the LORD comes to Abraham to reassure him of his care. In our world, the fight of faith is the fight against impatience to God’s promised fulfillment and ease of life. Within the biblical accounts, we see the exact opposite – of waiting and also times of suffering. May the ancients guide us in this wisdom.