Genesis 15:1-6
After this, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your
shield, your very great reward.” 2 But Abram said, “Sovereign LORD, what can you give me since I
remain childless and the one who will inherit my estate is Eliezer of Damascus?” 3 And Abram said,
“You have given me no children; so a servant in my household will be my heir.” 4 Then the word of
the LORD came to him: “This man will not be your heir, but a son who is your own flesh and blood
will be your heir.” 5 He took him outside and said, “Look up at the sky and count the stars—if
indeed you can count them.” Then he said to him, “So shall your offspring be.”