Once Abram moved into a spirit of obedience; the real blessings of G_d were underway. Trust is built from a history of experiences that assures the trustee that their continued faith will only yield in positive results.

Trust in Adonai with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.Proverbs 3:5-6

Heavenly Protections from G_d are possible to only those in a serious relationship with Adonai. Genesis 15:1

Even when being connected to G_d, we sometimes have doubts. Genesis 15:2-3

Have children is a blessing not afforded to everyone. Genesis 15:4-5

The Beauty of Trust is that it shows the person trusting a historical pattern of obedience. Genesis 15:6

The Resume of G_d has endless examples of His grace, kindness, love and mercy. Genesis 15:7

Asking for Assurances from G_d is not a sign of distrust but a decision to understand the framework of expectation. Genesis 15:8

In 1 Samuel 15:22, G_d explicitly keeps with the theme from Genesis to Revelation: that obedience is critical. But it does not reject sacrifices because they are required as well. Genesis 15:9

Pattern of Redemption is laid out in Scripture that shows the Hand of G_d delivering His people from their captivity. Genesis 15:10-17

The Legacy of Grace is seen in our descendants. Genesis 15:18-21