Genesis 15:1-6

The Voice

Eternal One: Do not be afraid, Abram. I am always your shield and protector. Your reward for loyalty and trust will be immense.

Abram: ² Eternal Lord, what could You possibly give to me that would make that much of a difference in my life? After all, I am still childless, and Eliezer of Damascus stands to inherit all I own.^{[a] 3} Since You have not given me the gift of children, my only heir will be one of the servants born in my household.

Eternal One: No, Abram, this man will not be your heir. No one but your very own child will be an heir for you.

Eternal One: Look up at the stars, and try to count them all if you can. There are too many to count! Your descendants will be as many as the stars.^[b]