1. Abraham, the Friend of God To Abraham a great compliment was given – Jas. 2: 21-23, cp. 2 Chroni. 20: 7, Isa. 41: 8. “Friend, one attached to another by esteem, respect and affection.” Why was Abraham called “the friend of God?”

2. Abraham, the Friend of God Abraham was a man of great faith (Gen. 12; Gen. 15: 1-6).

3. Abraham, the Friend of God Abraham was a man of implicit obedience. Great faith is not only trusting but also obedient (Gen. 12; 22; Heb. 11: 8, 17).

4. Abraham, the Friend of God Abraham was a man of immediacy and promptitude (Gen. 12: 4, see also Matt. 4: 18-22; Acts 9: 20; Acts 10: 33; 16: 33).

5. Abraham, the Friend of God Abraham was a man of hospitality and generosity (Gen. 18: 1-8, Heb. 13: 2).

6. Abraham, the Friend of God Abraham was a man of peace, even when it required sacrifice (Gen. 13: 5-12).

7. Abraham, the Friend of God Abraham was a man who controlled his household (Gen. 18: 18, 19).

8. Abraham, the Friend of God You, too, can be a friend of God! “Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you” (John 15: 14).