9: Jacob the Supplanter – SPD Discipleship Video
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You can view an in-depth discussion of Jacob the Supplanter; in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris. Click on the image to view: With thanks to Hope Channel – Television that will change your life.
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Thursday: Jacob Leaves
In this story, Jacob — who deceived his father and his brother to acquire the birthright, and who stole the blessing that Isaac designed to give to his elder son — nevertheless remained passive toward Laban and served him faithfully. Jacob knows well that he has been deceived by his father-in-law, and yet, he let … Continue reading –>
Wednesday: The Blessing of the Family
For Jacob the last seven years of exile were a burden, and yet, these were also the most fruitful years. In them, Jacob will father 11 of the 12 children who will become the ancestors of God’s people. This section constitutes the center of Jacob’s story (Genesis 25:19-35:26), and it begins and ends with the key … Continue reading –>
Tuesday: The Deceiver Deceived
Read Genesis 29:1-30. How and why does God allow for Laban’s deception? What lessons did Jacob learn? The first thing that Jacob sees when he arrives at the place of destination is a stone, perhaps a hint referring back to the stone of Bethel, which signified God’s presence (Genesis 28:18-19). It is this stone that will, after … Continue reading –>
Monday: Jacob’s Ladder
As soon as Esau learns that Jacob has received his father’s blessing, he understands that he has been deceived and supplanted by his brother (Genesis 27:36), and he wants to kill him (Genesis 27:42). Rebekah is worried and wants to prevent this crime that would be fatal for both sons (Genesis 27:45). So, with the support of Isaac (Genesis … Continue reading –>
9: Jacob the Supplanter – Teaching Plan
Key Thought: Because Jacob deceived his father and steals the blessing from his brother, he has to flee for his life. Jacob receives deception as well, yet he will also receive God’s blessing. God fulfils His covenant promises regardless of how often His people fail. May 28, 2022 1. Have a volunteer read Genesis 25: … Continue reading –>
9: Jacob The Supplanter – Singing with Inspiration
The book of Genesis offers us so many vast topics from which to choose a theme hymn. As we are starting at the very beginning, I would like to give praise to our Creator of heaven and earth in singing Hymn 320 – Lord of Creation and Hymn 2 – All Creatures of Our God and … Continue reading –>
Sunday: Jacob and Esau
Read Genesis 25:21-34. Compare the two personalities of Jacob and Esau. What qualities of Jacob predisposed him to be worthy of Isaac’s blessing? Already from their mother’s womb we understand that Jacob and Esau are different and will struggle against each other. While Esau is described as a tough hunter running in the field, Jacob is … Continue reading –>