E100-10

 

Jacob and Esau Reconcile

Genesis 32-33

Kevin's Commentary

You are encouraged to go through steps or process scripture in these steps:

• Pray = in anticipation of what God wants you to discover. Teach me from this passage, Lord, and give me a teachable spirit whenever I read the Bible.
• Read = Genesis 32-33 with purpose look for what God is trying to communicate. You may want to read out of several translations and highlight key words.
• Reflect = on the context and put yourself in the shoes of people at that time. What was the key to the reconciliation of these two brothers? What do you think is the most vital element in healing strained family relationships? Why?
• God is ... What do we learn about God?
• We are ... What do we learn about people?
• Jacob and Esau were severely estranged. Have you ever had a strained or broken relationship with a close friend or family member? If so, how did you deal with it?
• From your experience, how can broken family relationships be healed? How could Jacob and Esau’s relationship have been healed quicker?
• Thought of the Day: Reconciliation is something God can bring about if one is willing? --Think about it!
• Apply = information without application is fruitless. Decide on some practical steps you can take for fulfill what God wants you to do. If you have any strained relationships in your family, prayerfully approach the person(s) involved to attempt a reconciliation as soon as possible.
• Pray = yielding to God to empower you to do what the word convicted you to do. Lord, I want to be reconciled and a reconciler within my family and all my relationships.

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