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The speaker challenges the notion that Abraham only worshipped the Father, arguing that Jesus, identified as "the Word of God," appeared to Abraham. Referencing Genesis 15:1-18, the speaker elaborates on how 'the Word of Yahweh' came to Abram, who then recognized Him as Lord and God, the creator. This interaction, according to the speaker, signifies Abraham's worship of Jesus.
The discussion shifts to Isaiah 29:9-15. The speaker explains that these verses describe a people afflicted with spiritual blindness and drunkenness because their worship is superficial, honoring God with their lips but having hearts far from Him. They are labeled as hypocrites and false prophets/seers. The speaker then clarifies that interpreting this passage as referring to Muhammad would imply he was a hypocrite, blinded and spiritually drunk by God.
The conversation returns to Abraham's worship, with the speaker turning to John chapter 8. Jesus states that if the Jews were Abraham's children, they would do his works, implying Abraham did not try to kill Him. Further, Jesus mentions that "Your father Abraham rejoiced that he would see my day; he saw it and was glad." The speaker highlights the Jews' understanding of Jesus' claim, as they question His age, leading to Jesus' declaration, "Before Abraham was, I am," which caused them to pick up stones to throw at Him.
The speaker reiterates that Jesus is uniquely known as "the Word of God," distinguishing him from prophets who received scriptures. This distinction is crucial for understanding the earlier Genesis 15 passage. The speaker confirms that identifying someone as Lord and God constitutes worship.
The speaker revisits Genesis 15:1-18, emphasizing that "the Word of God, the Word of Yahweh" appeared to Abram in a vision. Abram then addresses this figure as "Oh Lord Yahweh, oh Lord God" and receives promises of offspring. The speaker concludes that Abram's recognition of this entity as Lord, God, and creator, who is identified as "the Word of God," signifies his worship of Jesus.