“Reiterated, Reaffirmed, Expanded: God’s Covenant with Abraham” – Genesis 17

22/06/2025 48 min
“Reiterated, Reaffirmed, Expanded: God’s Covenant with Abraham” – Genesis 17

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In this final message from our summer series in Genesis, Pastor Sam Kraemer walks through Genesis 17, where God gives Abraham the covenant sign of circumcision. Though the topic may feel uncomfortable at first, this chapter reveals deep spiritual truths about how God relates to His people—through covenant, promises, and grace. As Abraham receives the final element of God's covenant, we see three powerful movements: God's Promises Reiterated – reminding Abraham of what He's already said. God's Promises Reaffirmed – showing they still stand even after Abraham's failures. God's Promises Expanded – pointing not just to a nation, but to a future people from all nations, fulfilled in Christ. Pastor Sam also explains how covenant signs (like circumcision in the Old Testament and baptism today) are not the means of salvation, but visible declarations of inward spiritual realities. The message concludes with a reminder of God's faithfulness in doing the impossible, including the promised miraculous birth of Isaac. Key Themes: – Covenant theology – Faith and obedience – Spiritual vs. physical signs – God's faithfulness despite our failures – Baptism and belonging to God's people – Joy in gospel promises, even when the world laughs If you've ever doubted God's timing or wondered whether His promises still apply to you, this message will encourage you to see how God is always faithful, always at work, and never forgetful of what He has promised. 🔔 Subscribe for more gospel-centered preaching 🌐 Visit https://www.harvestlibertylake.com for more info 📍 Join us in person to experience what God is doing at Harvest Liberty Lake