Saturday, April 10, 2010

Genesis 27

We have a very interesting weekend on tap at FHCC. As we resume our study of Genesis, we will pick up in Genesis 27 with the well-known story of "Jacob Stealing a Blessing." (If you have not heard of this story yet, then you are in for a real treat.) In a great play of irony, deception, and drama, the covenant family of Isaac resorts to conspiracy as each one seeks his/her own will. It's basically a biblical episode of "All My Children."

Yet I must confess, that I did not perceive of the greater theological implications of this passage until this past week. Like so many other stories in the bible, sometimes we allow the drama and adventure of the text to take away any sense of theological/spiritual implication. As God's Word, the bible is to always serve as a means of drawing us closer to Jesus, and when we fail to allow this happen, we fail in walking in obedience to the text.

Join us this Sunday as we enjoy an incredible story with an incredible meaning. Learn how to deal with pride, family, enemies, and above all, Jesus. See at church!

Genesis: Sibling Rivalry
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