The coveted Nobel Prize is awarded each year to deserving recipients in physics, chemistry, peace, physiology or medicine, and literature. Alfred Nobel, in his will, specified the prizes are for those who have shown the “greatest benefit on mankind.” It honors those whose work blesses others.

I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you…so that you will be a blessing.

Genesis 12:2

Years before Nobel, God bestowed the greatest honor on Abraham by making a covenant with him. Abraham continually praised the Lord, and his Heavenly Father was listening. He awarded Abraham’s faith by promising to make a great nation through his descendants. Today’s passage shows how God made Abraham’s name great, so he would bless others. He will do the same with you.

God hears the praises from your lips and your heart. He listens to and sees His people. While you may not receive a Nobel Prize, your obedience will be noticed. “The Lord rewards every man for his righteousness and his faithfulness.” (I Samuel 26:23) Pray for Christian leaders in America to be a blessing to others, and share the good news of Christ with everyone – for Jesus is truly the greatest benefit to mankind.

Recommended Reading: Ephesians 2:1-10