Genesis 31:22–55: The Dispute of Jacob
When it seems that Laban will defeat Jacob, God intervenes to stop Laban from harming Jacob. God conquers the enemies of his people at the darkest hour. (Exposition of Genesis 31:22–55)
Genesis 31:1–21: The Flight of Jacob
The flight of Jacob from Laban foreshadows God’s call to his church: God calls his church out of this world into his holiness. (Exposition of Genesis 31:1–21)
Five Practical Strategies to Fight Temptation (Part 2)
Satan has a very specific plan to tempt you. Here are five specific, practical strategies to fight temptation, by the grace of God.
Genesis 30:25–43: The Increase of Jacob
Our oppressors falsely believe that they control us. Instead, God plunders the oppressors of his people. (Exposition of Genesis 30:25–43)
How to Fight Temptation (Part 1): Satan’s Scouting Report
The same four Hebrew words appear in four significant temptation stories. By studying Satan’s schemes, we learn how to fight temptation.
Genesis 29:31–30:24: The Offspring of Jacob
The story of Jacob’s household vividly portrays the free grace of God, for God remains faithful to his faithless people. (Exposition of Genesis 29:31–30:24)
Why Do We Use Creeds and Confessions in Worship?
If God commands us in the Scriptures how we should worship him, where do the historic creeds and confessions of the church fit into our worship?
Genesis 29:1–30: The Deception of Jacob
God is not deceived; we reap what we sow. Even so, God fulfills his promises through discipline. (Exposition of Genesis 29:1–30)
What Does the Bible Teach about Tithing?
Does the Bible teach that Christians must tithe 10% of their income to God? Well, tithing in the new covenant a little more complicated than that.
Genesis 28:1–22: The Giving of Jacob
Through Jacob’s Ladder, we learn that God generously blesses his people to make us into a generous blessing. (Exposition of Genesis 28:1–22)
Genesis 26:34–27:46: The Blessing of Jacob
Isaac, Rebekah, Esau, and Jacob all far short, but God blesses his people according to his purposes, nor ours. (Exposition of Genesis 26:34–27:46)
Genesis 26:12–33: The Blessings for Isaac
God works all things together for good, but he does not eliminate pain. Rather, God blesses his people by promoting his kingdom. (Exposition of Genesis 26:12–33)