God confirms His promise

• Genesis 15:17 (NLT)

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Why did God send this strange vision to Abram? God's covenant with Abram was serious business. It represented and incredible promise from God and a huge responsibility for Abram. To confirm His promise, God gave Abram a sign - the smoking firepot and a flaming torch. The fire and smoke suggest God's holiness, His zeal for righteousness, and His judgment on all the nations. God took the initiative, gave the confirmation, and followed through on His promises. God's passing through the pieces was a visible assurance to Abram that the covenant God had made was real.

NLT Life Application Study Bible

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