the Chosen People

Episode 23

Abraham's Lie & Sarah's Capture

Abraham’s lie puts Sarah at risk, yet God’s faithfulness protects her and restores Abraham’s faith.

Have you ever made the same mistake twice, even when you knew better? Abraham did. He told powerful leaders twice that Sarah was his sister, putting her at great risk. He took matters into his own hands out of fear, yet God remained faithful. In King Abimelech’s dream, God intervened, protecting Sarah and restoring Abraham’s standing. This story reminds us that while we may falter, God’s faithfulness never does. Even when fear leads us astray, God doesn’t abandon us. Instead, He steps in with mercy, redeeming our failures and guiding us back to trust in Him. Today, let this be a reminder that God's grace endures despite our repeated mistakes. His steadfast love invites us to rise above our failures and trust in His unchanging presence.

AUTHOR

Yael Eckstein

As President and CEO of The Fellowship, Yael Eckstein oversees all ministry programs and serves as the international spokesperson. Prior to assuming her present role, Yael served as Global Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, and Director of Program Development and Ministry Outreach. With over a decade of non-profit experience in multiple roles, Yael has the rare distinction of being a woman leading one of the world’s largest religious charitable organizations.