THEOSISJohn Chrysostom
Observe how the guidance from the patriarch enhanced his character, prompting him to embody the devotion of the righteous. Consider the faithfulness of the servant, who addresses the Sovereign of all as the God of his forefather, remarking: Lord God of my lord Abraham – You who have bestowed so many blessings upon him. It is not surprising that he refers to Him as the God of Abraham. God Himself underscores the significance He places on the righteousness of His followers when He declares: I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob (Ex. 3:6). Thus, the servant petitions: O Lord, God of my lord Abraham, send her to meet me today, and show kindness to my lord Abraham.
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Essentially, he is imploring: let his wishes be fulfilled, and grant favor according to his heart's desires; create compassion with my lord Abraham. To ‘do favors’ signifies bringing his aspirations to fruition.
Moreover, take note of how he remained loyal, steadfastly holding onto the mediator he had been given, communing with Him alone, and earnestly prayed, saying, 'Lord, God of my lord Abraham, send her today to meet me.’ He did not address Him as ‘O Lord my God,’ but referred to Him as ‘the Lord God of my lord Abraham.’ In essence, he recognizes his own humility and unworthiness, acknowledging that he represents his master; he advances not for himself but for the one he serves. Therefore, looking upon Abraham’s virtue, he asks for assistance in all matters to come. And to clarify that this is not a demand from a sense of obligation, the servant adds: ‘and do favor to my lord Abraham.’ Though he admits that they have engaged in numerous good deeds, he expresses the desire to be saved by grace, seeking this from your compassion rather than through obligation.