Genesis 22:1

The Passion Translation

Some time later, God tested Abraham. He said, “Abraham!” “Yes, I’m here,” Abraham answered.

Cross References

Hebrews 11:17

Faith operated powerfully in Abraham for when he was put to the test he offered up Isaac. Even though he received God’s promises of descendants, he was willing to offer up his only son!

1 Peter 1:7

But these only reveal the sterling core of your faith, which is far more valuable than gold that perishes, for even gold is refined by fire. Your authentic faith will result in even more praise, glory, and honor when Jesus the Anointed One is revealed.

James 2:21

Wasn’t our ancestor Abraham found righteous before God because of his works when he offered his son Isaac on the altar?

1 Corinthians 10:13

We all experience times of testing, which is normal for every human being. But God will be faithful to you. He will screen and filter the severity, nature, and timing of every test or trial you face so that you can bear it. And each test is an opportunity to trust him more, for along with every trial God has provided for you a way of escape that will bring you out of it victoriously.

Proverbs 17:3

In the same way that gold and silver are refined by fire, the Lord purifies your heart by the tests and trials of life.

Genesis 22:11

but the angel of Yahweh called to him from heaven, saying, “Abraham! Abraham!” “Yes, I’m here,” he answered.

Genesis 22:7

“Father?” Isaac broke the silence. “Yes, my son,” Abraham replied. “We have the wood and the fire,” Isaac said, “but where is the lamb for the burnt offering?”

Isaiah 6:8

Then I heard the Lord saying, “Whom should I send to my people? Who will go to represent us?” I spoke up and said, “I will be the one. Send me.”

Judges 2:22

Over and over Yahweh tested Israel to see if they would faithfully walk in his ways, as their ancestors had done.

Psalm 11:5

Yahweh tests both the righteous and the wicked. God’s very soul detests lovers of violence.

Genesis 15:1

Afterwards, the word of Yahweh came to Abram in a vision and said, “Abram, don’t yield to fear, for I am your Faithful Shield and your Abundant Reward.”

Genesis 21:11

Abraham was very upset over Sarah’s demand, for Ishmael was his son too.

Genesis 37:13

Israel called for Joseph and said to him, “Your brothers are grazing the flocks near Shechem. I want you to go join them.” “Yes, Father, I’ll go.” Joseph replied.

Genesis 46:2

God spoke to him in visions of the night, and called, “Jacob, Jacob!” “Yes, I’m here,” he answered.