Abraham’s story: saving faith

When we come to Genesis 15, Abram had just won a significant battle and refused to take plunder from the victory so that no one could say, “I have made Abram rich” (Gen. 14:23). However, Abram is concerned about retaliation from those he defeated. So, God gave Abram this assurance, “Fear not, Abram, I am your shield; your reward shall be very great” (Gen. 15:1).