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Genesis 14:16

Genesis 14:16

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The restoration is total — goods, Lot, Lot's possessions, the women, and all the captive people. Abram's mission was not limited to his own nephew; he rescued everyone. This is a picture of the generous, thorough salvation that God's people are called to embody.

Memory phrase: True rescue leaves nobody behind.

Talk about it: Abram rescued everyone — not just Lot. Why is it important to care about all people, not just our own family?

Prayer: God, help me care about everyone who is lost or hurt — not just the people closest to me.

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