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IV.Turning to Genesis 49:1-2 we read, “Then Jacob called his sons and said, ‘Gather around, that I may tell you what will happen to you in days to come. Assemble and hear, O sons of Jacob; listen to Israel your … Continue reading
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VII.And then – “You shall no longer be called Jacob, but Israel, for you have striven with God and with humans and have prevailed.” Then Jacob asked him, “Please tell me your name.” But he said, “Why is it that … Continue reading
IV.Let’s spend some time with these images – “The same night he got up and took his two wives, his two maids, and his eleven children and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. He took them and sent them across … Continue reading
I.With this week’s reading about Jacob at Jabbok we come to one of my favorite episodes in Scripture. There is a lot going on in this brief passage. I invite you to read it slowly, rest in the images and … Continue reading
VII.Take note of, “… the one shall be stronger than the other; the elder shall serve the younger.” How does that come about? VIII.Genesis 25:19-34 New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition These are the descendants of Isaac, Abraham’s son: Abraham … Continue reading
VI.We read here about “Two nations … two peoples … divided…” and “Issac loved Esau … Rebekah loved Jacob.” Let’s read this week’s Scripture and then talk about how we got to this “twosome”. V.Genesis 25:19-34 New Revised Standard Version … Continue reading
I.This week’s Scripture jumps us ahead to Abraham’s grandchildren and something of their place in the Abrahamic covenant to be blessed, to bless and to be a great nation. Are they ready to take their place in the fulfillment of … Continue reading
I.Here we are with Joseph again, and this time with his brothers also. A Family Reunion . . . or a Confrontation? As you spend time with Joseph and his brothers you could pay attention to any of several things: … Continue reading
V.Let’s review this week’s passage regarding Joseph and his family. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=genesis%2037&version=NRSV,NABRE What do we notice? Joseph’s father (Jacob/Israel) loves Joseph more than his other sons. (37:3) Joseph’s brothers take notice of Jacob’s love for Joseph and “hate” him. Apparently they … Continue reading