Lifepoint Church Delaware
God has told Jacob to return home. But to do so, he has to face his older brother…the same brother who threatened to kill him 20 years before. The night before their encounter, Jacob “wrestles” with God and receives his blessing. His story is a reminder to all of us that what we ultimately need in this life are God’s blessing, presence, and love.
God’s perfect plan includes imperfect people.
Genesis 31:3 NIV
Genesis 32:1-6 NIV
Genesis 32:7-8 NIV
Genesis 32:9-12 NIV
Jacob’s prayer is rooted in God’s promises, not Jacob’s preferences.
Genesis 32:13-21 NIV
Genesis 32:22-30 NIV
What we truly need in this life are the blessing, favor, and presence of God.
Genesis 33:1-3 NIV
Genesis 33:4 NIV
We have to learn to look at our circumstances through the lens of God’s promises.