Lech Lecha: Faith and Trust in G-d
The Torah portion of Lech Lecha describes the story of Abraham. In this portion, G-d commands Abram to leave his homeland and go to a land that He will show him: "Go forth from your land, your birthplace, and your father's house, to the land that I will show you" (Genesis 12:1). Abrham’s obedience demonstrates faith and trust in G-d's promises, even without knowing the complete outcome.
After Abrham’s great victory over the four kings, Hashem said to him: "Fear not, Abram... your reward shall be very great." Rashi explains that Abram feared that he had already received his reward for all his righteousness. In response, G-d reassures him: "What you are worried about—your reward is very great." It is clear that Abram served his Creator purely, out of love, only for the sake of Heaven. How could it be, then, that Abraham…
