S – He took him outside and said, “Look at the sky and count the stars, if you are able to count them.” Then he said to him, “Your offspring will be that numerous.” ⁶ Abram believed the Lord, and he credited it to him as righteousness.

Genesis 15:5–6 CSB

O – Commentary:

Genesis 15:6 provides an important note, but it does not pinpoint Abram’s conversion. That occurred years earlier when he left Ur. (The form of the Heb. word for “believed” shows that his faith did not begin after the events recorded in vv. 1–5.) Abram’s faith is recorded here because it is foundational for making the covenant. The Abrahamic Covenant did not give Abram redemption; it was a covenant made with Abram who had already believed and to whom righteousness had already been imputed. The Bible clearly teaches that in all ages imputed righteousness (i.e., salvation) comes by faith

 “Genesis,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A – We enter into a relationship with God when we accept Christ as our savior.  When we believe God is who He says he is and invite him to be part of our lives, we are activating our faith in God.  He exchanges our sins for his righteousness.  It is an amazing exchange and beginning of a new life with him.

R – Heavenly Father, you are the Lord of all.  We are grateful for our relationship with you.  You forgave us our sins and gave us righteousness in return.  Help us to walk in relationship with you today.