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)
Genesis 26:1–11: The Covenant of Isaac
Isaac must choose between God’s promises and the forbidden fruit of Egypt. In order to be saved, God requires us to abide in Christ. (Exposition of Genesis 26:1–11)
Genesis 25:19–34: The Birthright of Jacob
The earthly-mindedness of Esau loses everything, while the heavenly-mindedness of Jacob gains everything. (Exposition of Genesis 25:19–34)
Genesis 25:1–18: The Completion of Abraham
Abraham’s death teaches that in order to fulfill his promises completely, God does not fulfill his promises immediately. (Exposition of Genesis 25:1–18)