Section 1

This teaching returns to Genesis 21–22 and the interaction between Abimelech and Abraham, highlighting God’s desire for peace, integrity, and clear relationships whenever possible. Abimelech recognizes that God is with Abraham and seeks a covenant of loyalty, resulting in a mutually beneficial agreement. This reflects God’s broader instruction that believers are to live peaceably with others as much as possible. Yet Scripture is realistic: not everyone will be at peace with Christians, especially those who oppose Jesus without even knowing the believer personally. That hostility is not human in origin but spiritual. Even so, this does not excuse believers from behaving poorly. God never called His people to be offensive for the sake of offense, but to reflect His character with humility and clarity.

Section 2

A key moment arises when Abraham raises a complaint about a well that had been seized by Abimelech’s servants. Abimelech’s response is strikingly practical: he had no idea the offense occurred and asks why it was never brought to him earlier. This exchange reveals an important principle for believers. When issues are ignored instead of addressed, they do not disappear; they grow. What begins as a small irritation can develop into bitterness if left unspoken. Honest communication prevents resentment and restores peace. If something is truly “no big deal,” it must be genuinely released. Love keeps no record of wrongs, but pretending to let something go while secretly holding onto it is neither loving nor healthy.

Section 3

The teaching also weaves in deeply personal testimony, showing how God has been intimately involved in life long before belief ever began. From a childhood comic book illustration that later became a bridge to understanding the gospel, to God orchestrating events decades in advance, the message is clear: God knows His people completely and personally. He uses ordinary experiences, memories, and even misunderstandings to draw hearts toward truth. Whether it is reconciling relationships, clarifying offenses, or revealing His presence through unexpected means, God is actively at work. Believers are called to trust Him, communicate honestly, pursue peace, and recognize that nothing in their lives is insignificant to a God who sees, knows, and cares.