Nick of Time

The story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22 was shared today in segue at church. And, the lady made a point that I hadn't ever thought about with this story. Most of the time when this passage is talked about, it is talked about in reference to giving everything sacrificially to God and holding nothing back. Trusting in God to provide for you in the moment when we put everything on the line. He will come through. But, today the point was brought up on how in tune Abraham was with God's voice. How he was paying attention to God....what if he wasn't paying complete attention. What if he was walking in those steps...but then was caught up in the situation and in his own head and not listening for full instructions from God with every step. Abraham had to be really in tune, in synched with knowing God's voice...so that at the last moment he was paying attention to see God's guidance and provision. This was a whole new perspective and point to me. How often to I get so busy and caught up that I only listen and pay attention to God when I am making the appointment with him....but do I recognize when he speaks and guides in those critical moments....or am I so caught up in my strife to even pay attention or recognize Him.