In a world filled with uncertainties, Abraham's story offers a timeless lesson on faith and trust in God's promises. Faith is not about adhering to rules but trusting in what God has done and He will do. Abraham's journey began with a call from God, marking the start of his relationship with Him. Despite frequent failings, Abraham's faith endured, highlighting God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises through Jesus.

The story of the Tower of Babel may not be a text that we would think of for Advent, but it tells us again the story that is at the heart of Christian faith. Humankind is in prideful rebellion against God and what we have seen thus far in Genesis is when that is the case there is only violence and harm that is coming. So, God in his grace acts in his commitment to his creation and in love for humanity. And what do we find at the center of the story, but what we find at the very center of Christianity: God comes down!!!

The story of Noah reveals profound truths about God's existence, His care for creation, and His unwavering covenant. God's covenant with Noah highlights His intimate and relational promise to sustain the natural order and humanity. Noah’s story also mirrors the creation and fall, foreshadowing our redemption through Jesus Christ.