by gatzntmy | Aug 19, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 35 and 36, which talked about Jacob returning to Bethel, Rachel and Isaac dying, and the territories of Edom. Today I considered how sometimes God calls people back to receive their blessing, people deal with death in different ways, and those...
by gatzntmy | Aug 18, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 34, which talks about Dinah being raped and her brothers’ revenge. Sometimes sinful actions kindle the anger of God’s children. Today I considered how people approach their loved ones differently, the truth needed for successful negotiation, and...
by gatzntmy | Aug 17, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 32 and 33, in which Jacob prayed to God, wrestled to receive a blessing, and planned for his meeting with Esau. Jacob prayed before completing his plan to soften Esau’s reaction to him. Even after being welcomed by the brother that previously...
by gatzntmy | Aug 16, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 31, which talks about Jacob fleeing with Jacob’s wives, children, and flock from Laban. Laban’s mindset toward Jacob changed. God told Jacob to leave and he did. Today I considered that we have to recognize when mindsets change, move at God’s...
by gatzntmy | Aug 15, 2023 | Bible Blog
Today I read Genesis 29 and 30, about the desires and interactions of Jacob, Rachel, and Leah. Jacob loved Rachel working 14 years for her. Rachel’s lack of a child while seeing the birth of Jacob’s other children hurt her. Leah desired Jacob’s love but was not able...
