Abraham #2: Great People Failing Greatly

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Hook: The Bible does not hide the weaknesses and follies of its characters. Abraham had just had a wonderful experience of God’s goodness to him. He was given the promise to become the father of a nation that would bring blessing to the entire world. But then a trial showed up in his life and exposed a weakness.

Key Points:  *Key PointsThese are the main points of the message and are featured both in the Small Group Topic and in the sermon slides connected to this message.

1. Temptation Often Comes After Triumphs. Genesis 12:10-12
2. Lying Demonstrates a Lack of Trust in God. Genesis 12:14-15
3. With God, Failure Is Never Fatal. Genesis 12:17

Small Group Topic:  *Sermonlink TopicThe sermonlink topic connected to this message is designed to help people talk about the message in small groups or with a mentor this week. Find additional weekly sermonlink topics at www.pursueGOD.org/sermonlink.

• http://www.pursuegod.org/great-people-failing-greatly-abraham-2/

Related Topics:  *Related TopicsThese topics at pursueGOD.org are helpful for sermon prep and are also recommended as optional topics for small groups or mentors.

• http://www.pursuegod.org/hebrews-11-abraham-and-the-american-dream/
• http://www.pursuegod.org/admitting-youre-wrong-as-a-parent/
• http://www.pursuegod.org/how-to-forgive-yourself/