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When Abram was ninety-nine years old, Yahweh appeared to Abram, and said to him, "I am God Almighty. Walk before me, and be blameless.
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God's Power for His Promise
Commentators emphasize that God reveals Himself as 'El Shaddai' (God Almighty or All-Sufficient) at this specific moment to bolster Abram's faith. Just as He is about to make a biologically impossible promise, God reminds Abram that His power is absolute and sufficient to overcome any obstacle. This name isn't just a title; it's the foundation for trusting in the promise that follows.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
שׁדי shaday — Shaddai, “Irresistible, able to destroy, and by inference to create, Almighty.” שׁדד shādad
19th Century
Anglican
Abram was ninety-nine years old. —Thirteen years, therefore, had passed since the birth of Ishmael, who doubtless during this time…
16th Century
Protestant
And when Abram was ninety years old and nine. Moses passes over thirteen years of Abram’s life, not because nothing worthy of remembrance …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when Abram was ninety years old and nine Which was thirteen years after the birth of Ishmael last mentioned; so …
The covenant was to be accomplished in due time. The promised Seed was Christ, and Christians in him. And all who are of faith are blessed with fai…
