Abram and Sarai’s way was not God’s way: Genesis 15 and 16

Just as we leave Abram rescuing Lot in Genesis 14 we find in chapter 15 that God is promising Abram that He will provide abundantly for Him. It is interesting how Abram responds to God in questioning what good is wealth and status if he has no heir. Abram doubts because he and his wife Sarai were getting older and it was unlikely that they would have children. This makes me wonder what areas do I trust God implicitly and what areas do i think are impossible for God to fulfill? It is a job, a spouse, my health, or family that I just can’t fathom God providing, helping, or caring for? I think the key response necessary for believers to take from Genesis 15 and 16 is that no matter what the circumstance you are in you need to wait for God to provide. In chapter 16 we see Sarai and Abram doubting the promise that God gave to them and finding their own solution to obtaining an heir through Hagar. I know that I have been in many situations where I see a way that is quick and easy to get to where I see God leading me but in that moment that I see a better way to lead my life I am wrestling away the control of my life from God. Take time to sit still and let God be God.