Genesis 17:24
And Abraham was ninety years old and nine, when he was circumcised in the flesh of his foreskin.
Cross-reference
Genesis 17:17 has Abraham laughing at a son promised at nearly 100 years old — yet here at 99 he obeys God's command without hesitation, showing faith alongside doubt.
Genesis 17:1 opens with Abraham at 99 when God commands him to walk blamelessly; 17:24 records his immediate obedience that same day.
Genesis 18:11 confirms both Abraham and Sarah were old and she was past childbearing — their advanced age highlights how remarkable the promised covenant son will be.
In Romans 4:11, Paul calls circumcision a 'seal' of righteousness already received by faith — the circumcision performed here was that very sign.
In Romans 4:19, Paul says Abraham did not weaken in faith despite being nearly 100 — his immediate obedience here at 99 exemplifies that unwavering trust.
Romans 4:20 says Abraham grew strong in faith rather than wavering — his swift, complete obedience here, circumcising his whole household that day, reflects that.