The Word of the Lord this is first time it is used in this chapter. It is always significant to mark the first time a new phrase or name of God is used. This is the first time also that says He is the I AM the shield and great reward. It is amazing how sometimes we can rethink vivid memories and experiences; this is what happened to Abraham. He was having an flash back from the prior war with the kings of Sodom and Gomorrah, and God comforted him saying I am your shield. The first thing God says to Abraham is Fear not when we are in right standing with God we never have to worry, God is our shield, if we have the Lord we have defense. God wants to be our protector and provider. Lord God Adoni Jehovah. Adoni is the title of God Lord. This name of God signifies relationship with God. Jesus name Kurios Lord title. And He believed in the Lord and God counted it for righteousness. This phrase is repeated in the New Testament many times. Our righteousness is imputed to us as we believe in the promise of God. He does not account my prayer, works, for righteousness but my belief. Paul the apostle talked of his works of the law but that never made him righteous before God.
