Genesis 22:12
“And he said, Lay not thine hand upon the lad, neither do thou any thing unto him: for now I know that thou fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me.”
He Sent His Son, Children’s Songbook page 34
Abraham and Sarah had been promised that they would have a son. Even though Sarah was old, and it seemed impossible that she could have a baby, she gave birth to Isaac. Nothing is impossible for God. Abraham and Sarah were so happy to finally have a son.
One day, God commanded Abraham to offer Isaac as a burnt offering. Even though it was very difficult for Abraham to be obedient, he took Isaac to the mountain where God had asked him to go and prepared to offer Isaac as a sacrifice. Before Isaac was harmed, an angel stopped Abraham, and a ram was provided as a sacrifice.
The sacrifice of Abraham’s only son reminds us of God’s sacrifice of His Only Begotten Son, Jesus Christ. Abraham was willing to be obedient and sacrifice for God. God promised Abraham many blessings. We can show obedience when we keep the commandments even when it’s difficult. Our sacrifice will bring blessings.
“Sacrifice is an amazing principle. As we willingly give our time and talents and all that we possess, it becomes one of our truest forms of worship. It can develop within us a profound love for each other and our Savior, Jesus Christ. Through sacrifice our hearts can be changed; we live closer to the Spirit and have less of an appetite for things of the world.”
Carol B. Thomas
Use this activity to discuss ways you can show your love for God through sacrifice.
These treats will remind you of Abraham's obedience and the ancient ordinance of sacrifice that symbolized the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
These lessons are perfect for: Family Home Evening at the beginning of the week, to recap the following Sunday or to enhance your family scripture study.
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