Week 3 Flashcards
What is God’s covenant with Abraham?
A promise where God chose Abraham to bless all nations and bring salvation (Genesis 12:1-3).
What did God call Abraham to do?
Leave his homeland and follow Him in faith (Genesis 12:1).
How was Abraham’s covenant connected to mission?
His descendants would be a blessing to all nations, leading to Jesus Christ (Genesis 12:3, Galatians 3:8).
What were the key aspects of God’s covenant with Abraham?
Call & Promise – God called Abraham to follow Him (Genesis 12:1).
Blessing for All Nations – His descendants would bless the world (Genesis 12:3).
Faith & Obedience – Abraham trusted God (Genesis 15:6).
Covenantal Relationship – God promised land, descendants, and protection (Genesis 17:7-8).
What does “blessing” mean in mission?
It is not just personal gain, but a way to spread God’s goodness to others.
How is blessing connected to Abraham’s mission?
Abraham was blessed to be a blessing to the nations (Genesis 12:2-3).
What is the greatest blessing in mission?
God’s presence and relationship with Him (Numbers 6:24-26).
How is Jesus the fulfilment of blessing?
Through Jesus, all nations receive salvation (Galatians 3:14).
How should the church bless others?
→ Through evangelism, service, and acts of love (Matthew 5:13-16).
How does Abraham model faith in mission?
He trusted God and left everything behind (Hebrews 11:8-10).
How did Abraham show obedience in mission?
He followed God’s commands, even when tested with Isaac (Genesis 22:1-19).
Why is Abraham’s life an example for missionaries?
He lived as a pilgrim—willing to go wherever God led (Genesis 23:4).
How did Abraham bless others?
His obedience led to nations being blessed through him (Genesis 12:3).
How did Abraham intercede for others?
He prayed for Sodom and Gomorrah, showing the importance of prayer in mission (Genesis 18:22-33).
