Women of Welcome: What Does the Bible Say About Immigration?عينة

Among the first immigrants in the Bible was Abraham. He was called by God to leave his homeland and go to another land that God would show him. He didn’t know where he was going or how he would get there, but the fact that he was leaving his home was a testament to his trust in God. When he and his family made the journey, arriving at the place God had shown them, God provided for and protected them. This migration experience showed Abraham that God had a new way of life for him and his family. Abraham’s obedience and trust in God, his belief in the Lord’s provision, was counted to him as righteousness. Thoughtful Questions Like many migrants around the world today, Abram was caught in some questionable situations when trying to feed his family, protect his wife, and move across borders into new regions and lands. 1. Can you think of a time when God told you to move or asked you to leave a place of comfort and follow him into the unknown? What were you most fearful of during that season of life? 2. Abram decided to lie to the Egyptian authorities about his marital status upon arriving in Egypt. What was he afraid of in this situation? 3. What are some of the reasons why Abram migrated with his family?