When God Drops by for a Visit

What would happen if God showed up at our doorstep today? This profound exploration of Genesis 18 takes us into two contrasting divine visits that reveal everything about our relationship with the Almighty. We encounter Abraham and Sarah receiving three mysterious visitors at the oaks of Mamre—a theophany where God Himself takes human form to deliver an impossible promise. Abraham's radical hospitality becomes a mirror for our own hearts: he runs to greet his guests, prepares the finest food, and serves with humility. His actions weren't just cultural courtesy—they were a declaration that God comes first in every area of life. Meanwhile, Sarah laughs at the promise of a child in her old age, confronting us with the central question that echoes through eternity: 'Is anything too hard for the Lord?' Her doubt transforms into a teaching moment about God's limitless power. The contrast is stark when God then turns toward Sodom and Gomorrah, cities whose sins cry out for justice. We're challenged to examine which visit we want in our own lives—the blessing of friendship with God or the weight of judgment. This isn't ancient history; it's a living question about whether we're ready to receive God's presence in our marriages, finances, work, and daily choices. The message calls us to hospitality of heart, to believe impossible promises, and to recognize that the same God who creates everything from nothing can certainly transform our circumstances. Are we living as friends of God like Abraham, or are we unprepared for His presence?