Genesis 33:1–20: The Reconciliation of Jacob
As the reconciliation of Jacob and Esau demonstrates, God reconciles us to our brothers in order to restore us to himself. (Exposition of Genesis 33:1–20)
Genesis 32:22–32: The Struggle of Israel
When God wrestles with us—and even when he cripples us—he does not seek our harm, but our lasting good. God wrestles with us to remake us. (Exposition of Genesis 32:22–32)
Genesis 32:1–21: The Sacrifice of Jacob
In the moment of Jacob’s greatest weakness, he comes most closely to resemble his most illustrious Descendant. God sustains our faltering faith when we are in the shadow of death. (Exposition of Genesis 32:1–21)
Faithfulness: How to Pursue a Fruitful Life
All of us want to live a life worth living. We want to live faithfully for something bigger than ourselves, and we hope to be able to look back on our lives with joy—not with sorrow or regrets. For Christians, this means that we desire to “bear much fruit” (John 15:5)...
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)