Abram, having failed in Genesis 13, comes through with flying colors in this battle of faith because he aligns himself with God, and he refuses to allow his heart to be compromised by the possibility of taking the riches that this world can offer.

— Ligon Duncan (b. 1960), Theologe, Pastor, Kanzler des Reformed Theological Seminary

Related Bible passage: GEN.14.21-24

Topics: Faith & Trust, Money & Possessions, Temptation & Struggle

Occasions: For Reflection

Ligon Duncan

J. Ligon Duncan (* 1960) ist ein US-amerikanischer presbyterianischer Theologe, Pastor und Kanzler des Reformed Theological Seminary. Als Mitgründer von Netzwerken wie „Together for the Gospel“ steht er für die klassische reformierte Bundestheologie und das Bekenntnisverständnis der Westminster Confession. Für heutige Bibelleser bietet er eine traditionsbewusste, historisch fundierte Schriftauslegung sowie theologische Orientierung zu Gottesdienst und Gemeindepraxis.

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