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Genesis 13:1-2 - Unexpected provision

Scripture:

Genesis 13:1-2
1 So Abram went up from Egypt to the Negev, he and his wife and all that belonged to him, and Lot with him.
2 Now Abram was very rich in livestock, in silver and in gold.
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Thoughts:

Although Abram clearly was in sin by going to Egypt rather than trusting God for provision, God still uses evil Pharaoh to enrich Abram: 

Genesis 12:15-16
15 Pharaoh's officials saw her (Sarai) and praised her to Pharaoh; and the woman was taken into Pharaoh's house. 16 Therefore he treated Abram well for her sake; and gave him sheep and oxen and donkeys and male and female servants and female donkeys and camels.
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This reminds me of how God provides for the needs of most of us through secular hands (within His will however, not in disobedience like Abram).  Not many experience the blessing of being employed by a fellow Christian, for example.

This is somewhat paradoxical.  Our employers may not fear God, yet they are used of Him to provide for us and to accomplish His will in our lives.  Think of the countless ministries and missionaries that are funded indirectly by those who do not believe in their cause!  What an amazing God who provides in such unexpected ways.


Prayer:

Lord, it is neat to see how You provide for us.  It can be hard to work for the ungodly, but I praise You that even through that, You accomplish Your will.

Amen

 
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