In Genesis 22, we read the story of Abraham’s obedience when he was told by God to sacrifice his son Isaac. But, it is not merely a story about obedience. This passage foreshadows the greatest sacrifice of all time. Have you ever noticed the similarities between Isaac and Jesus?God told Abraham to sacrifice his only son, whom he loved, on one of the mountains in Moriah. The Lord allowed His only begotten son to be sacrificed on a hill called Golgotha. Abraham obeyed God completely, even though his heart was troubled. Jesus obeyed God completely, even though He sweat great drops of blood as He asked if there was any other way. Isaac was also obedient to his father as he carried the wood for the fire he was to be sacrificed on. Jesus carried the wooden cross He would be crucified on. Here the similarity ends.Abraham was stopped just before he plunged the knife into his son, but God allowed His son to be crucified. Yet, as Isaac was figuratively raised from the dead as his life was spared, Jesus died and arose on the third day. Abraham so loved God that he was willing to sacrifice his son. God so loved us that He did sacrifice His son. Praise God for His amazing love for us!