To take God at His word means to fully trust and believe in His promises and instructions as true (Genesis 12:1-3).
Taking God at His word involves an unwavering trust in what God has said. This concept is demonstrated through Abraham's response to God’s call and promises. When God instructed Abraham to leave his homeland and promised him a great nation, Abraham believed without hesitation. This act of faith is not merely intellectual acknowledgment; it is a complete reliance on God’s truth, which is foundational to the believer’s relationship with Him. In a Reformed, sovereign grace understanding, this reveals how faith is a gift from God, enabling the believer to trust Him fully, despite external circumstances, thereby leading to the fulfillment of God’s promises in their lives.
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