“Lesson 11: Abraham and Isaac,” Primary 6: Old Testament, (1996),43

Is anything too hard for the Lord? How hard do you think it would have been for Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ to create our beautiful world and everything in it? Do you think they could move a mountain or change the direction of a river if they wanted to?

The Lord parted the waters of the Red Sea to let Moses and the Israelites escape from the Egyptian army.

He protected Daniel from a den of lions.

He kept three young men from being burned when they were cast into a fiery furnace.

We will learn more about these stories later in the year. These people trusted in the Lord and had faith that his will would be done. Their faith was rewarded with miracles.

Is anything too hard for the Lord? We are going to learn about a time when Abraham and Sarah were asked this question.

The Story of Abraham and Sarah Abraham and Sarah were sad because they had no children. Later God said Abraham and Sarah would have a son. His name would be Isaac. He would serve God and obey his commandments. Sarah was ninety years old. She was too old to have a baby. But God said Sarah would have a baby.

Three wise men visited Abraham and told him Sarah would have a baby Three wise men visited Abraham and told him Sarah would have a baby. Sarah, who was standing in the tent listening, laughed when she heard this. Sarah had a baby boy named Isaac.

Let’s read: How did Abraham treat the three wise men who visited him? What did these men tell Abraham? Why did Sarah laugh when she heard what they said? Laugh in these verses probably means to rejoice. Genesis 18:3–8 Genesis 18:10 Genesis 18:11–12

Let’s read: What important lesson did the Lord teach Abraham? What can we learn from this? Anything is possible if it is the Lord’s will. Genesis 18:14

Let’s read: What did Abraham and Sarah name their son? How old were Abraham and Sarah when Isaac was born? How do you think Abraham and Sarah felt when they finally had a baby after so many years? Genesis 21:3 Genesis 17:17 Genesis 21:6; see the footnote to Genesis 21:6 in the LDS edition of the Bible

How did Abraham and Sarah learn to have greater trust in the Lord through this experience? How can we develop more trust in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ? How can we show our trust in them?

When do we need to trust Heavenly Father? How can we show this trust? Situation: Solution: When we pray. When we come to Primary. When we are tempted to do something wrong. Ask that Heavenly Father’s will be done. Listen and learn. Remember what Jesus taught, and refuse to do the wrong thing. Enrichment Activity #3

When do we need to trust Heavenly Father? How can we show this trust? Situation: Solution: When we think we need our tithing money for something else. When someone hurts our feelings. Pay tithing. Be forgiving and show love instead of anger. Enrichment Activity #3

When do we need to trust Heavenly Father? How can we show this trust? Situation: Solution: When our friends want us to play soccer or go to a movie on the Sabbath. When it’s time to get up for family scripture reading and we are still sleepy. Keep the Sabbath day holy. Get up and read. Enrichment Activity #3

How many of you like to receive good things? We have already received the great blessing of having the gospel of Jesus Christ. Heavenly Father and Jesus have promised us many more blessings if we trust in them and live the gospel. Each of you are going to take a turn reading a blessing from this bag and we’ll discuss how we might gain that blessing. Enrichment Activity #4

Blessings do not always come immediately. Some blessings may come years later and some may not come while we are on the earth. I want you to each decide on something you can do during the coming week to show your trust in Heavenly Father and Jesus. Enrichment Activity #4

The Story of Abraham and Isaac God wanted to know if Abraham would obey him. God told him to sacrifice Isaac on a mountain. Abraham loved his son very much. He did not want to sacrifice Isaac. But Abraham wanted to obey God.

God told Abraham to go to a mountain God told Abraham to go to a mountain. He took Isaac and two men with him. Abraham and Isaac rode on a donkey. They traveled for three days. The two men stayed with the donkey. Abraham and Isaac walked up the mountain. Abraham took a knife. Isaac took some wood.

Isaac asked where the lamb was for the sacrifice Isaac asked where the lamb was for the sacrifice. Abraham told him God would provide Himself a lamb. Abraham built an altar. He put wood on it.

Abraham tied Isaac and put him on the altar Abraham tied Isaac and put him on the altar. He held the knife over Isaac. Abraham was ready to sacrifice his son. But an angel spoke to Abraham. He told Abraham not to sacrifice Isaac. Abraham had obeyed God. God loved Abraham.

Abraham looked around. He saw a ram in the bushes Abraham looked around. He saw a ram in the bushes. God had given the ram for the sacrifice. Abraham sacrificed the ram on the altar.

God was happy Abraham had obeyed him God was happy Abraham had obeyed him. God said he would bless Abraham’s family. Abraham and Isaac went home. Abraham had obeyed God. He was willing to let his son die.

What Abraham did was like what Heavenly Father did What Abraham did was like what Heavenly Father did. Heavenly Father was willing to let his son, Jesus Christ, die for us. Heavenly Father and Abraham loved their sons. Jesus and Isaac loved their fathers and obeyed them.

Let’s read: What did God command Abraham to do? Why did God ask Abraham to do such a difficult thing? Genesis 22:2 Genesis 22:1; see the footnote to Genesis 22:1 in the LDS edition of the Bible. Tempt in this case means to test or prove.

Let’s read: What did Abraham do when God told him to take his son to Moriah to sacrifice him? Why would it have been difficult for Abraham to sacrifice Isaac? Abraham was nearly sacrificed himself, and he knew human sacrifice was wrong . Genesis 22:3 Genesis 17:19 Abraham 1:7–8, 15

Let’s read: Genesis 22:7–8 Genesis 22:12 Why do you think Abraham quickly obeyed? How does this show that Abraham trusted Heavenly Father? How do you think Abraham felt when Isaac asked him where the lamb was for the sacrifice? Genesis 22:7–8 Genesis 22:12

Why did the Lord send an angel to stop Abraham from killing his son? How do you think Abraham felt then?

Let’s read: What blessings did the Lord promise Abraham because of his faithfulness? Seed refers to descendants or children. All those who have been baptized become the “seed” of Abraham. Genesis 22:16–18

Can you think of another Father who had to sacrifice his Son? One reason Abraham was asked to sacrifice his son was to teach about the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ (see Jacob 4:5). Why was it necessary that Heavenly Father’s Son not be saved from his sacrifice? There are several similarities between Heavenly Father sending Jesus Christ to earth to be sacrificed and the near-sacrifice of Isaac by Abraham.

Let’s compare. . . Heavenly Father sending Jesus Christ to earth to be sacrificed: The near-sacrifice of Isaac by Abraham: & a. Jesus Christ is Heavenly Father’s Only Begotten Son in the flesh (Heavenly Father is the father of Jesus’ spirit and body). b. Heavenly Father loves Jesus. c. Jesus was obedient to his Father. d. Heavenly Father provided Jesus, the Lamb of God, for a sacrifice for us. a. Isaac was the only son of Abraham and Sarah. b. Abraham loved Isaac. c. Abraham was obedient to Heavenly Father. Isaac was obedient to his father. d. The Lord provided a ram for Abraham’s sacrifice. Enrichment Activity #1

How does Abraham’s near-sacrifice of Isaac help you better understand Heavenly Father’s love for you in sacrificing his Son? What does the sacrifice that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ made mean to you? How does this help you have greater trust in what Heavenly Father and Jesus ask us to do?

5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 Enrichment Activity #2

Here is a bookmark to help you memorize this scripture. Show it to your families and discuss its meaning with them. Challenge them to memorize it, too!   5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.   6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5-6   5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.   6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 Enrichment Activity #2

He Sent His Son How could the Father tell the world of love and tenderness? He sent his Son, a newborn babe, with peace and holiness. How could the Father show the world the pathway we should go? He sent his Son to walk with men on earth, that we may know. How could the Father tell the world of sacrifice, of death? He sent his Son to die for us and rise with living breath. What does the Father ask of us? What do the scriptures say? Have faith, have hope, live like his Son, help others on their way. What does he ask? Live like his Son. Words: Mabel Jones Gabbott, b. 1910 Music: Michael Finlinson Moody, b. 1941 © 1982 by Mabel Jones Gabbott and Michael Finlinson Moody. Arr. © 1989 IRI This song may be copied for incidental, noncommercial church or home use. Enrichment Activity #5

I am very thankful for the sacrifices Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ made for all of us. I bear my testimony that when we trust in them and obey their commandments, we will be blessed.

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