An Unlikely Reunion // Genesis 33

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An Unlikely Reunion // Genesis 33

Sin and sovereignty

August 11, 2024 • Nathan Elizondo • Genesis 33

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Jacob’s life is full of ups and downs. When we take a close look at his reunion with Esau, we see that experiences with God do not make us perfect, we all have indwelling sin to kill, and we can rest in God’s sovereignty through our spiritual highs and lows.

God’s Plan is Always at Work

August 18, 2024 • Richard Cantu • Genesis 34

As Jacob’s rollercoaster of a life continues, we see the ongoing sin of trying to help God with his plan. The results are often bad, and in Jacob’s case, destructive and painful.

God Blesses the Broken // Genesis 32:22-32

August 4, 2024 • Lorenzo Elizondo • Genesis 32:22–32

Pain and suffering is often God’s way of grabbing our attention. In this passage, we see the pre-incarnate Christ wrestle with Jacob and leaving Jacob with the mark of a walking limp. Although we fight against our struggles with God, blessings often follow. The example shown to us in the life of Jacob ultimately points us to Jesus on the cross. Despite the grim and dark nature of his death, the hope and blessing of the resurrection followed shortly after.

Facing Your Past // Genesis 32:1-21

July 28, 2024 • Nathan Elizondo • Genesis 32:1–21

Jacob’s soon-to-be encounter with Esau teaches us many things: 1. Even after following God we must face the effects of our sin, 2. We are not alone when we face our past, 3. God answers prayer, 4. We should fear God and not man.