He said, "O Lord God, how may I know that I will possess it?"
From the context of the passage, it doesn't appear that Abraham doubts God This isn't the first time that God has told him he will inherit Canaan, and He just him that he will have a son to be his heir, and believes Him on that. So why does Abram ask for proof? Why does he need evidence, or a sign?
This type of question has always been one I've struggled with. There's faith, and there's asking for evidence to prove faith. At what point are we not trusting God when we ask for proof? Is it when we make plans, and ask God to bless them when they're not His? Is it all right to ask when we are not sure of God's plan, and need a pointer? Or should we only ask for him to give us a sign when we're going down the wrong path? How does having the Holy Spirit change the dynamic of the question?
Lots of questions, but I can't say I have any solid answers.
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