Genesis 15-17

Verse 6 of Genesis not only describes Abraham's faith but is a pivital stage for the history of believers throughout time. In this brief statement the depth of Abraham's faith is revealed. Abraham was an old man in his eighties married to a woman only ten years younger. He had been given a name of renown in his time, substantial wealth, but no son. Though he may have known about the great age at which his ancestors had children Abram must have lnown that and Sarah were we exempt from that blessing.  When Abraham heard God's promise of a son the old man discarded his concern with the circumstances in which he saw himself. He adjusted his life's expectations to match God's promise. He began looking foward to his son.
Stuart