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Abel

A shepherd who gave God the firstborn of his flock, and who still speaks by faith though he died.

The story

1. A keeper of sheep Gen 4:2

   The second son of Adam and Eve.

2. The firstborn of the flock Gen 4:4

   God has regard for him and his offering.

3. In the field Gen 4:8

   Killed by his brother.

4. Blood that cries out Gen 4:10

   God hears it from the ground.

5. He still speaks Heb 11:4

   Remembered first in the roll of faith.

Key verses

“And through his faith, though he died, he still speaks.” Hebrews 11:4 (ESV)

Read together: Gen 4:2 · Gen 4:4 · Gen 4:8 · Gen 4:10 · Heb 11:4

Questions to sit with

1. Abel gave God the first and best. What would that look like with your time or money this week?
2. Abel's life was short, yet he still speaks. What do you hope your faith says after you?

Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible, © 2001 by Crossway. Used by permission.