Go forth and leave Abraham! Get out! 
Can you imagine Abram’s struggle in his flesh and spirit while experiencing a family and culture who stopped worshipping YHWH? I am certain he struggled. Do I leave or stay? Can I be who I think God created me to be while living here? I want to sing praises to the Creator, but I don’t have the freedom to do so. For many, the question of thriving in our called-out purpose is a mystery. We seek, but cannot find. What can the story of Abraham teach us?
Lech Lecha can be found in h3232 in the word Yalak which means “a cause to walk” or “get thee out.” But its literal interpretation means “go to yourself” or “move towards your ultimate purpose.”
In the New Testament, the disciples of Yeshua found their journey meaningful in that they visibly walked and talked with the Son of God.
But can we find our purpose and thrive if God is not so easily visible? The first nine verses of Genesis 12 give us brief insights into how Abraham found prosperity:
- Abram went forth (v 4).
Many times, we choose to stay in the life dealt to us. We become comfortable in whatever nest we have made. The concept of “by faith” is our first hurdle in learning to thrive. A step must be made towards the unknown. We saw this with Noah when called to build a boat. Now we see Abram, making a bold step in trusting that there is more to life than self-indulgence. Adventure can bring a breath of fresh air.
2. Abram took his family and possessions (v 5)
Sometimes it is necessary to lead and it may involve our loved ones. Both the Old and New Testaments tell us to love our neighbor as ourself. What greater neighbor do you have outside of your family? When we lead our family towards faith, they too will begin to thrive in their called-out purpose. So don’t be afraid to include them in life struggles. Lead them towards a struggle.
3. Abram passed through the land (v 6)
When we “pass through” the land, we will be met with skepticism, doubt or fear. Abraham will pass through kingdoms that will bring about these feelings. Likewise, people will challenge your belief. To thrive, honesty will be the best path toward prosperity. Abram will have to learn this lesson not just once, but a few times as we read further. His story of “passing through” will demonstrate how Yahweh blesses when we come clean in all areas of our life.
4. Abram journeyed (v 9)
Journeys can be exhilarating or tiring. The apostle Paul tells believers to not give up the fight, but to run the race to its fullest course, for we thrive when we look back to see a job well-done. Accomplishment in all that we do and say is an admired trait. Are you willing to go on a journey that may challenge you? Do you give praise in every journey? For each journey can cause us to grow. If we don’t grow, how can we thrive?
As children of Elohim and set apart to be a royal priesthood, I want to challenge you to seek prosperity. Learn to thrive in your called-out purpose and you will find joy.
Over the next few weeks, I will continue to talk about the divine intention for your life and how to live with intent in your vocation, your community, and in your family through the life story of Abraham.
Be blessed this Sabbath,
Rollyn
