INTRODUCTION

As Abram and Lot travelled together, it became increasingly obvious that their possessions would make it difficult for them to dwell together. Eventually, the herdmen of the two men began to strive with each other over pastures for their cattle. No doubt, the herdmen of Lot’s cattle were most concerned about the well-being of their master’s cattle, while the herdmen of Abram’s cattle were concerned most about their master’s cattle. Neither of these herdmen were willing to compromise their own needs or wishes to accommodate the others. As Abram saw this, he knew something must give, and called upon Lot to choose another piece of land in which to dwell.

DEVOTIONAL THOUGHTS

• (For smaller children) Paul and Barnabas had a sharp disagreement on whether or not to take John Mark with them on their second missionary journey. The matter did not get settled at that time. They split up and went different directions, Barnabas going with Mark and Paul going with Silas (Acts 15:36-41 [36] And some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the LORD, and see how they do. [37] And Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark. [38] But Paul thought not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia, and went not with them to the work. [39] And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus; [40] And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God. [41] And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches.
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• Why was there strife between the herdmen of Abram and Lot? Why were the herdmen unable to settle the dispute? Does it appear that either group would give any ground to the other?
• What might have happened if Abram had not stepped in to solve the dispute between herdmen? How did Abram demonstrate wisdom in solving the problem?

PRAYER NEEDS

• Ask God to help you understand how strife begins.
• Ask God for wisdom to settle disputes for His glory.

HYMN

Take My Life, and Let it Be

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