Podcasts about Esau

In this edition of UBC "Sermon Discussions" Rich Porter dives deeper into his sermon on Genesis 28:1-9. The main idea for the sermon was: To trust in God's way and not in our own way.Questions discussed in this episode: You mentioned that God warns Christians about marrying non-Christians. Why does God give that warning? And is it a sin if a Christian does marry a non-Christian?We see that Jacob's faith grows after he is sent away. What advice would you give to someone who is struggling with their faith when they are going through times of hardship?Doesn't God love everyone (John 3:16)? Explain what Malachi is saying "I have loved Jacob but Esau I have hated."Isaac clearly favored Esau, and you would imagine he could have given him a more positive blessing than the one he got. Why didn't he?You sort of dropped a bomb on unbelievers at the end with that awesome chart, and told us to take a picture for reference. Would you mind picking one line and walking through it in more detail?As a reminder we have created a place where you can send us your questions regarding the sermons or topics we discuss in these podcasts. Send them to sermonquestions@ubcbeavercreek.com

Summary: In our study we will see Jacob and Rebekah deceive Isaac to pass the spiritual blessing unto Jacon rather than Esau. Each of us can be one of these four, so the question before the study, which one are you, and what can you do about it? Are You:·       Isaac – Who spiritually went from on-fire, to slow-fade, to a vapor?·       Esau – Who chose the things of the world and flesh, over the things of the Spirit?·       Jacob – Who recognized the things of the Spirit, but tried to obtain through the flesh?·       Rebekah – Who went from person of prayer, to I will do it my way?

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Kencan Dengan Tuhan - Sabtu, 31 Mei 2025Bacaan: "Hai anakku, janganlah pertimbangan dan kebijaksanaan itu menjauh dari matamu, peliharalah itu." (Amsal 3:21) Renungan: Seseorang berkata bahwa Ishak tidaklah terlalu miskin untuk dapat menyediakan makanan bagi keluarganya, atau Ribka adalah seorang ibu rumah tangga yang tidak bisa mengatur kebutuhan makanan untuk seisi rumahnya, sehingga Esau harus menjual hak kesulungannya demi mendapatkan bubur kacang merah. Sebenarnya tindakan bodoh Esau lebih disebabkan karena nafsu yang tidak bisa ditahan dan tidak adanya pertimbangan panjang. Yang ada dalam pikirannya hanyalah memuaskan nafsu makannya saat itu, dan kalau tidak ia akan mati. Untuk saat itu, tidak ada yang dapat menyenangkan serta memuaskan hatinya selain sepiring bubur kacang merah. la menganggap bahwa bubur kacang merah yang sangat menggoda itu lebih penting daripada sebuah hak kesulungan. "Sebentar lagi aku akan mati: apa gunanya bagiku hak kesulungan itu?" Hak kesulungan merupakan gambaran dari hak-hak rohani bagi orang percaya. Salah di dalam menilai seberapa penting hak-hak rohani tersebut, maka kita akan bertindak seperti Esau yang terjebak dengan keinginan sesaat dan karena tidak berpikir panjang, maka ia menganggap tidak berharga hak kesulungan itu. Amsal 3:21 berbunyi, "Hai anakku, janganlah pertimbangan dan kebijaksanaan itu menjauh dari matamu, peliharalah itu." Keputusan Esau menjual hak kesulungannya, salah satunya disebabkan karena tidak adanya pertimbangan atau tidak berpikir panjang. Tentunya Esau juga tahu apa itu hak kesulungan dan berkat-berkat apa saja yang akan diperolehnya melalui hak kesulungan tersebut. Buktinya, setelah ia tahu bahwa ayahnya telah memberkati Yakub, meraung-raunglah ia dengan keras sambil memohon agar Ishak memberkatinya juga (Kej 27:34). Namun apa boleh buat, semua sudah terlambat. Ketika Esau diperhadapkan pada keinginan yang besar untuk makan bubur kacang merah, ia sama sekali tidak berpikir panjang tentang pentingnya hak kesulungan. la terlalu terpikat dengan apa yang ada di depan matanya saat itu. Melalui kisah kehidupan Esau kita belajar tentang satu perkara penting, yaitu membiasakan diri berpikir panjang sebelum mengambil keputusan. Seringkali kita begitu terpaku pada keadaan yang ada di depan mata, sehingga kita lupa untuk berpikir panjang dan menimbang-nimbang mengenai akibat dari keputusan yang kita ambil. Ada sebuah kata bijak yang berkata, "Mujurlah orang yang tidak tergesa-gesa memutuskan, karena pertimbangan akan mencegah air mata penyesalannya." Tuhan Yesus memberkati. Doa:Tuhan Yesus, tidak jarang aku bertindak terlalu cepat dalam banyak hal, tanpa berpikir panjang. Tetapi aku bersyukur bahwa Engkau kembali mengingatkanku betapa pentingnya pertimbangan itu bagiku. Amin. (Dod).

What if the stories at the end of Genesis weren't just family drama—but political storytelling? In this episode, Nate and Shelby revisit six key moments from Genesis 27 to 50—including Jacob stealing Esau's blessing, Dinah and Shechem, Judah and Tamar, and Joseph's rise in Egypt—to explore how these stories may have been written to explain Israel's political identity, tribal dynamics, and national origin. We talk about: Why Jacob and Esau's rivalry reflects Israel vs. Edom What Jacob's wrestling match really says about the name "Israel" How the story of Dinah might not be about justice at all The subversive role of Tamar and why she's called righteous Why Joseph marrying an Egyptian priest's daughter created tension later And how Genesis closes by blessing tribes that already existed These aren't just ancient stories—they're layered political texts that reveal how Israel saw itself and its neighbors. Join us as we read Genesis a little more historically, and a little more honestly. Thoughts, questions, stories? Please email  contact@almostheretical.com Become a member and get: 1. Bonus episodes and aftershows 2. All full-length, ad-free episodes 3. Access to Heretical Together (our private community of 350+ listeners) Become a member: almostheretical.com/premium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The descendants of Esau, known as Edom have provoked God's people throughout history.  Because of this, God declared war on them from generation to generation.  God kept His word on this throughout the Bible and in the end He will completely destroy them as depicted in Revelation.  We should be encouraged that God is faithful to perform His word in all things that He promises for His children.  VF-2056 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2025 Pastor Melissa Scott, Ph.D., All Rights Reserved

PLEASE FILL OUT OUR SURVEY: https://bit.ly/BLNOlistenersurveyIn the season finale, Rabbi Fohrman and Imu explore the final commandment—“Thou shalt not covet”—through the emotional reunion of Jacob and Esau. As they unpack the psychological wounds left by their father's perceived favoritism, a deeper truth emerges: healing comes not from acquiring more, but from seeing the divine in one another. Through a close reading of the text, they reveal how these once-bitter rivals move beyond envy, offering a profound lesson on finding wholeness in our relationships.For more on Rabbi Fohrman's reading of the deception story, see this essay from his book Genesis: A Parsha Companion, as well as this video Why Did Rebecca Trick Her Husband Isaac. A Book Like No Other is a product of Aleph Beta, and made possible through the generous support of Shari and Nathan Lindenbaum. Aleph Beta is a Torah media company dedicated to spreading the joy and love of meaningful Torah learning worldwide.

In this powerful continuation of Esau or Jacob, Bishop Omar takes us on a deep spiritual excavation through the historical books of Jasher and, for the first time from the pulpit, the Book of Jubilees. This message feels like an archaeological breakthrough for Hebrews in America—connecting dots from Genesis to Jasher to Jubilees with divine precision and revelation.One of the foundational truths explored is found in Genesis: Why did Isaac love Esau, and why did Rebecca love Jacob? The Bible tells us Isaac loved Esau for his venison (how good he could cook)—meaning for what he could do, not for who he was. Bishop powerfully reminds us not to love others based on their performance, but with agape love—unconditional, unwavering, and rooted in truth. This principle was especially moving when applied to marriage, challenging us to love our spouses beyond their roles or abilities.The Book of Jasher reveals that it was Abraham, not Isaac, who first favored Jacob and refused Esau. Abraham, discerning Esau's unrighteous ways, had already spoken a blessing over Jacob and even instructed Rebecca to love and protect him.Then, in a stunning revelation from the Book of Jubilees, Bishop explores the blessing of Abraham through the lens of the Arab nations—identified in Jubilees Chapter 20 as descendants of the handmaids. Despite not being children of the promise, they still inherited immense wealth and prosperity. So the question becomes: how much more blessed are the true children of the promise?This sermon is rich with truth, filled with light, and sure to stir your heart and mind as we uncover the prophetic legacy of our Hebrew heritage.

Moments after Jacob secures the blessing, Esau returns to discover the irreversible loss. Isaac trembles, Esau weeps, and the bitter consequences of deception shake the household. Rebekah fears for Jacob's life and sends him away to protect him from Esau's vengeance. Despite the heartache and broken trust, God remains at work, guiding His covenant plan through the fallout.  The Rev. Ryan Fehrmann, pastor at St. Paul Lutheran Church and School in Bonduel, WI, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Genesis 27:30–46.  To learn more about St. Paul, visit www.stpaulbonduel.com. Genesis isn't just the start of the Bible; it's the foundation of everything. Creation, sin, judgment, grace, covenant, and promise all take root in this remarkable book. The stories are ancient, but their truths are eternal. In this new series from Thy Strong Word, Pastor Phil Booe and his guests walk verse by verse through Genesis, exploring how God reveals Himself as Creator, Judge, and Redeemer. From the grandeur of the cosmos to the struggles of ordinary families, Genesis introduces us to a God who speaks, acts, and keeps His promises. So, whether you've read it a hundred times or are just now cracking it open for a serious look, this series will help you see Genesis with fresh eyes—and a deeper faith. Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

Did Jacob really deceive Esau? Does what goes around come around?

How should we respond to the hardships of God's discipline? I. Help the weary and wounded, vv12-13. II. Pursue harmony and holiness, v14. III. Don't miss grace or grow bitter, v15. IV. Flee immorality and idolatry, vv16-17.

Discussion Questions: How is God's foreknowledge different from controlling everyone's moves? React to this statement: God predestined every child of God to grow, being conformed to Christ's image. How is Romans 9:30-31 the summary of everything Paul wants to communicate? In what way does this Romans passage mirror what we saw in Ephesians last week? React to this statement: Paul uses Jacob, Esau, and Pharaoh to defend God's right to do whatever He wants. And now God wants to bring salvation to the Gentiles. How does the Hosea quote in Romans 9:25-26 further expose the true meaning of predestination? Why can the genuine message concerning predestination unite us (rather than divide us) and even offer a cure for racism?

In der Familiengeschichte des Volkes Israel schlagen wir ein neues Kapitel auf, als Esau und Jakob geboren werden, und wir erkennen, wie Gott souverän erwählt und auch mit schwierigen Charakteren Seinen Plan hat.

Isaac, old and blind, prepares to bless Esau, but Rebekah intervenes with a plan to secure the blessing for Jacob. Through disguise and bold deception, Jacob receives the blessing meant for his brother. Though the means are questionable, God's sovereign purpose stands. This chapter reveals the messiness of family and the mystery of grace that works through human weakness.  The Rev. Steven Theiss, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Genesis 27:1–29.  Genesis isn't just the start of the Bible; it's the foundation of everything. Creation, sin, judgment, grace, covenant, and promise all take root in this remarkable book. The stories are ancient, but their truths are eternal. In this new series from Thy Strong Word, Pastor Phil Booe and his guests walk verse by verse through Genesis, exploring how God reveals Himself as Creator, Judge, and Redeemer. From the grandeur of the cosmos to the struggles of ordinary families, Genesis introduces us to a God who speaks, acts, and keeps His promises. So, whether you've read it a hundred times or are just now cracking it open for a serious look, this series will help you see Genesis with fresh eyes—and a deeper faith. Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

Jacob discusses the history of Jacob and Esau and how their story translates to today.

The elites are of Esau/Edom are trying to escape the wrath of the Lord by building a golden dome and building underground tunnels. 

As Abraham's story concludes, the spotlight turns to Isaac and his twin sons. From the womb, Jacob and Esau struggle, a foreshadowing of the tension between their descendants. Esau, driven by hunger, trades his birthright for a simple bowl of stew. This startling moment exposes the danger of despising what is holy, and reminds us that God often chooses the unexpected to fulfill His promises. The Rev. Thomas Eckstein, pastor of Concordia Lutheran Church in Jamestown, ND, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Genesis 25. To learn more about Concordia Lutheran, visit www.concordiajt.org. Genesis isn't just the start of the Bible; it's the foundation of everything. Creation, sin, judgment, grace, covenant, and promise all take root in this remarkable book. The stories are ancient, but their truths are eternal. In this new series from Thy Strong Word, Pastor Phil Booe and his guests walk verse by verse through Genesis, exploring how God reveals Himself as Creator, Judge, and Redeemer. From the grandeur of the cosmos to the struggles of ordinary families, Genesis introduces us to a God who speaks, acts, and keeps His promises. So, whether you've read it a hundred times or are just now cracking it open for a serious look, this series will help you see Genesis with fresh eyes—and a deeper faith. Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

PLEASE FILL OUT OUR SURVEY: https://bit.ly/BLNOlistenersurveyContinuing their journey through the Ten Commandments, Rabbi Fohrman and Imu examine murder and adultery through the lens of the Genesis Deception story. They unpack why Esau—usually painted as the bad guy—holds back from killing Jacob even when he knows exactly where to find him, giving us a fresh take on "Do not murder." Then they explore how Laban's meddling in Jacob's marriage to Rachel offers a surprising spin on adultery—showing it's not just about infidelity, but about the damage caused when someone interferes in sacred relationships. Through their analysis, a profound message emerges: the commandments aren't simply rules, but wisdom about how our actions affect our deepest connections and desires.For more on Rabbi Fohrman's reading of the deception story, see this essay from his book Genesis: A Parsha Companion, as well as this video Why Did Rebecca Trick Her Husband Isaac. A Book Like No Other is a product of Aleph Beta, and made possible through the generous support of Shari and Nathan Lindenbaum. Aleph Beta is a Torah media company dedicated to spreading the joy and love of meaningful Torah learning worldwide.

In this powerful and eye-opening message, Bishop Omar asks the age-old question: Esau or Jacob? Diving deep into the Book of Jasher, Bishop uncovers the contrasting character traits of these two brothers and how their lives reflect spiritual truths still relevant today.We learn the significance of both sons being added to the society of men at age 15 and how this moment serves as a call for today's generation—especially young men—to grow up, take responsibility, and embrace true manhood.Bishop contrasts Esau—the deceitful, cunning hunter dwelling in the field—with Jacob—the wise, obedient son who stayed home, cared for the flocks, and followed the instructions of the Lord. These godly attributes, Bishop explains, run through the bloodline of the true Hebrews.This message not only calls for personal reflection but boldly exposes modern deceptions—reminding us that the spirit of Esau is still at work in the world today. From false cosmology agendas to stolen identities, this sermon is packed with truth, conviction, and clarity.Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and awakened.

This lecture explores the intimate relationship between humanity and the divine, centering on the central question of "What is God like?" The speaker begins by recounting a recent men's conference experience and transitions into a thought-provoking reflection on how we describe not only one another but also God. Drawing a connection between the challenges of expressing complex identities in a few words, the lecture invites the audience to consider their own perceptions of God, particularly through the lens of His character as a benefactor rather than a distant authority.The narrative unfolds with a personal anecdote involving a coffee shop encounter where the speaker inadvertently eavesdrops on a barista's struggles. Through this story, the speaker highlights a recurring theme—the search for kindness and understanding in a chaotic world, prompting the audience to consider if they recognize the inherent goodness of God in their lives. Citing an influential American author's assertion that what comes to mind when we think about God is pivotal, the speaker emphasizes the significance of perceiving God as benevolent.The lecture then navigates to the biblical framework by examining the story of Esau and Jacob from Genesis 27, illustrating familial favoritism and the weight of blessings. It raises probing questions about the nature of God's favor, juxtaposing it against human tendencies to deceive and betray. As the narrative progresses, the speaker elaborates on the theological implications of God's blessings in Scripture, underscoring that, despite human flaws and failings, God's essential character is one of blessing.The conversation sheds light on how the Genesis creation narratives stand in contrast to other ancient stories, which typically portray gods in negative, transactional relationships with humanity. Instead, the biblical account reveals a God who intentionally creates humans out of love and bestows blessings upon them, challenging prevailing notions of divine hostility or indifference. This radical proclamation poses a compelling challenge to the audience, encouraging them to shift their understanding and embrace the idea of a God who genuinely desires human flourishing.Throughout the discourse, the speaker intermingles scriptural references with contemporary reflections, addressing the idea of suffering and prosperity in relation to God's blessings. Building upon this, the speaker critiques modern interpretations of God's generosity, particularly in the light of the prosperity gospel movement, which often equates divine favor with wealth and health. Instead, the lecture articulates a nuanced understanding of God's commitment to humanity, asserting that true flourishing is intertwined with spiritual depth rather than material gain.In examining the implications of Jesus's life and sacrifice, the speaker asserts that God's ultimate act of blessing is epitomized in Christ, who took on human frailty and suffering. This rich theological metaphor of substitution reveals that Jesus embodies the blessings of God and takes upon Himself the curses meant for humanity, thus offering redemption and reconciliation.As the lecture concludes, the speaker transitions to the sacrament of communion, inviting the audience to grasp the depth of God's blessing through a tangible experience. The overarching theme resonates powerfully: God's character is fundamentally that of blessing rather than cursing, and understanding this deeply influences how believers relate to God and each other. This discourse encourages participants to embrace a transformative view of the divine, one that cultivates personal faith and promotes a collective, flourishing community rooted in the reality of a God who is for us.

In this edition of UBC "Sermon Discussions" we are back in Genesis. This week Jason preached through Genesis 27:1-46.The main idea for th1e sermon was: Sinfully living our way can break a lot of things, but it can never break the covenant promises of God.Two main points to be learned from this passage of scripture: 1. Living your own way will always break your life apart. 2. Trusting God's voice above any other will hold your life together.Questions discussed in this episode: Briefly share why it was God's will for Jacob to receive the blessing rather than Esau, and is that contrary to what usual custom during that time?When Issac gave Esau his only one blessing, and he told him he would live away from the earth's richness... (39, 40), why is that considered a blessing? How are we defining what a blessing is? This sounds more like casting out/curse/life of trouble.What power do human words have when they are given as a "blessing"? Perhaps the definition of a blessing is God's desires/plans/intentions, said through human lips? Is that why Issac's blessing was irrevocable?No matter how bad we mess up (fail or sin) can we change God's will for our life?In this portion of scripture we see a parent (Rebekah) give direct orders (obey my voice as I command you) to her son Jacob. Now although Jacob sinned many different times during his meeting his father, wasn't he just following what his mother commanded him to do. If he would have chosen to disobey her, would that had been a sin?Living your own way will always break your life apart - couldn't we also add and many times the lives of others?As a reminder we have created a place where you can send us your questions regarding the sermons or topics we discuss in these podcasts. Send them to sermonquestions@ubcbeavercreek.com.

Introduction Jacob has had quite a life thus far. There have been a multitude of twists and turns, deceptions and deals, and they have been leading up to this point, this last (?) conflict. The eventual confrontation with Esau has been a long time coming. It has been twenty years since he's seen him last, and at that time, Esau was just waiting to kill Jacob. We happen to know how this story is going to shape out, so I must put on my imagination to try to feel what Jacob had to be thinking about here. How many pleasant moments were interrupted by the sudden remembrance that Esau is still out there? How did it feel to successfully tell off Laban only to remember that there was someone else way more upset out there? Now lets imagine just the last 48 hours. Jacob found out that Esau is on his way, with 400 men! He's been bustling about getting camps ready, sending advance servants with gifts, reordering his family to protect his favorites, and then capping it all off with an all-night wrestling match with God! By the time we get to our passage, it can be tough to imagine how Jacob is even seeing straight. Maybe you've been here. Hopefully you've not had conflict where you fear for your life, but perhaps you've encountered such conflict, you can't imagine it ever going away. Maybe you are even the reason that the conflict is there. No matter which position you find yourself in, I think this passage holds out hope for you today. As we will see today, and I'm leaning heavily on my old seminary prof, Alan Ross for this main point, Reconciliation is a gift from God.

Obadiah 10-21 (NASB) 10 "Because of violence to your brother Jacob, You will be covered with shame, And you will be cut off forever.11 "On the day that you stood aloof, On the day that strangers carried off his wealth, And foreigners entered his gate And cast lots for Jerusalem - You too were as one of them.12 "Do not gloat over your brother's day, The day of his misfortune. And do not rejoice over the sons of Judah In the day of their destruction; Yes, do not boast In the day of their distress.13 "Do not enter the gate of My people In the day of their disaster. Yes, you, do not gloat over their calamity In the day of their disaster. And do not loot their wealth In the day of their disaster.14 "Do not stand at the fork of the road To cut down their fugitives; And do not imprison their survivors In the day of their distress.The Day of the LORD and the Future15 "For the day of the LORD draws near on all the nations. As you have done, it will be done to you. Your dealings will return on your own head.16 "Because just as you drank on My holy mountain, All the nations will drink continually. They will drink and swallow And become as if they had never existed.17 "But on Mount Zion there will be those who escape, And it will be holy. And the house of Jacob will possess their possessions.18 "Then the house of Jacob will be a fire And the house of Joseph a flame; But the house of Esau will be as stubble. And they will set them on fire and consume them, So that there will be no survivor of the house of Esau," For the LORD has spoken.19 Then those of the Negev will possess the mountain of Esau, And those of the Shephelah the Philistine plain; Also, possess the territory of Ephraim and the territory of Samaria, And Benjamin will possess Gilead.20 And the exiles of this host of the sons of Israel, Who are among the Canaanites as far as Zarephath, And the exiles of Jerusalem who are in Sepharad Will possess the cities of the Negev.21 The deliverers will ascend Mount Zion To judge the mountain of Esau, And the kingdom will be the LORD'S. Outline of Part 1 (2 weeks ago):- Intro/background: A long family feud- God's assessment of Edom (Pride comes before a fall) (vv. 1:1‑9)This week's outline:- Gods indictment of Edom (You are your brothers keeper) (vv. 1:10‑14)- God's judgment on all haters (Those who curse Israel will be cursed) (vv. 1:15‑21

One of my friends from my early years in school was a red-headed boy named Mike.  Mike and I were pretty good friends, and we got along well – no arguments or fussing, as far as I can remember.  My family was relatively mild in behavior. Dad was a Deacon in our church, and my mother was the church organist. Still, Mike's family was different than mine!  His dad was a known 'fighter' in our small community and had several run-ins with the local police.  He was nice enough, but would grow violent quickly when tensions or disagreements arose.  This trait was passed down to Mike's older brother, who often got into fights after school!  As he got older, he had trouble in school because of his temper and violent tendencies. He dropped out before graduating.  Mike was a little gentler and slower to anger than his family. Still, he, too, developed a tendency towards violence and fighting with kids after school.  Eventually, we drifted away from each other, as our learned behaviors led us in different directions in life.  His family influenced him in one direction, and my family influenced me in another direction.            That is a lesson we've all learned. If you teach your children to be violent and belligerent, they will turn out that way; if you teach your children to be peaceful and work together, that is the type of life they will choose.  Of course, there are exceptions to that rule, but generally speaking, that is how it is!   Interestingly, this is precisely what the scriptures teach.  The book of Genesis contains a story of Jacob, whose parents taught him to live in a particular way.  His name means ‘suppla't'e', which means he would ‘take t'e 'l'ce' of another, through deceit and trickery.  Mom and Dad were good people, but Jacob, a moment-younger twin, was their favorite.  They did not teach him good behavior, but instead spoiled him.  As the boys aged, this behavior began to have serious implications.  For instance, one day, the older twin, Jacob, came in from a long hunt, starving!  Jacob had cooked a big pot of stew and worked out a trade with his brother: He would give Esau a bowl of hot stew, for the ‘birthright', that the 'older brother would receive at the appropriate time.  Esau, in a fit of hunger and not thinking, agreed, thinking that the birthright was worthless if he were to die of hunger.  Jacob worked a scheme on his older brother to get something for something for nothing.'  The steak was inexpensive, of course. Still, the birthright of a firstborn of a wealthy man such as their father, Isaac, was of profound value!  There would come a time when Esau would realize what Jacob had done, but it would be too late.  Another time, Jacob's brother, when their father was near death.  Isaac called Esau to bring him a final meal, and he would give his ‘blessing' to him. 'This was the firstborn Isaac's sce sce! Jacob's mother overheard the conversation and devised a scheme for her favorite son, Jacob, to receive the blessing.  He dressed up and acted in a way that deceived Isaac, who gave him the blessing. When Esau discovered the deception, he was furious.  He swore he would someday kill his brother!   Jacob received Esau's inheritance and fled his homeland to escape Esau.  He lived in fear and shame for many years because of the way he had received the blessings from his father and tricked his brother.  Finally, years later, they were able to make amends.  They both lived long and good lives. Jacob's life was always troubled because he had followed the deceitful ways of his mother.   There is no better example of "We reap what we sow." Indeed, "Jacob's is spoken of to this day and teaches us the consequences of sinful behavior.   This is how the New Testament explains the principle:  “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, he will reap.  For the one who sows to his flesh shall from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit shall from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not grow weary.”  Galatians 6:7-9   Let me encourage you to rise above any bad teachings or behaviors you may have picked up over the years!  Treat people well, and with grace.  Watch your tongue.  And, always, live in a way that honors the Christ who saved you.   Your support is invaluable in spreading our ministry. By sharing our podcasts, you help build a strong community of believers. 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In this soul-soothing episode of The Skeptic Metaphysicians Present, Will invites us on a serene journey into the heart of mindfulness through a touching story called “The Mindful Fisherman,” drawn from the transformative book The Monk and the Butterfly by Kai T. Murano. Set in a quiet coastal village, the tale follows Esau, an old fisherman who lives with deep intention and quiet reverence for life. Unlike the other villagers rushing to sea, Esau moves slowly—not because of age, but from mindful awareness. When a young man from the city, worn down by the noise and pressure of modern life, encounters Esau, the two embark on a day of fishing that becomes far more than a simple boat ride. ✨ Along the way, Esau imparts profound wisdom:“The sea is like our minds—sometimes calm, sometimes stormy. But always, it is the sea.”“Fishing is not just about the fish—it's about being present with every sense.”Through the ebb and flow of the ocean, the young man rediscovers something he thought he had lost—his peace. And in doing so, he learns that true tranquility isn't found in the escape from life, but in the presence within it.Why You Should Listen This episode is more than a story—it's a meditation in motion. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the speed of life, this beautifully told parable will remind you of the power in slowing down. It offers a timeless lesson: peace is always available, if only we stop to notice it. Whether you're listening during your morning commute, a quiet walk, or while sipping your evening tea, “The Mindful Fisherman” will anchor you in the present moment.Featured Book The Monk and the Butterfly: Stories of Zen and the Art of Change by Kai Team MuranoIf this story touched your heart, you'll want to experience the entire collection. These stories aren't just to be read—they're to be felt.Grab your copy https://tinyurl.com/nhcw9und and support mindful creators. Listen, Reflect, Return If this episode resonated with you:

Jacob and Esau

In this conversation, Latasha Morrison and Esau McCaulley talk about Esau's latest children's book, Andy Johnson and the March for Justice and the significance of children's literature in addressing social justice issues. Esau shares insights on the need for healthy churches that reflect the values of their congregants. The discussion also highlights the importance of cultural identity and faith in children's books, aiming to provide resources that affirm both. They discuss the historical role of the church in advocating for justice and the importance of cultural expressions of faith. They explore the theme of empathy and the complexities of faith within the African-American Christian experience. The conversation emphasizes God's vision for a diverse kingdom and the hope found in community and shared faith.Join in the conversation on our social media pages on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to let us know your thoughts on this episode!Executive Producer - Latasha MorrisonProducer  - Sarah ConnatserLinks:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Donor of Be the Bridge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Be the Bridge:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BTB YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the online community BTB Connect⁠⁠Connect with Esau McCaulley:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FacebookInstagramThreadsWebsiteConnect with Latasha Morrison:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Not all views expressed in this interview reflect the values and beliefs of Latasha Morrison or the Be the Bridge organization.

People choose personal relationships and personal fulfillment over duty. Most often, they place the latter ahead of the former, which is why you see all these ridiculous posts on social media about “toxic relationships.”It's a big joke.I live among people who do not inhabit the same reality as I do.It used to frustrate me, but now I smile and move on, knowing that most people are not willing to make hard choices. They—and those who enable them—form Caesar's political base.The blind leading the blind.Scripture has taught me, the hard way, that I have no right to judge.Neither do others, yet we all persist in doing so.All of you should watch the Star Wars series Andor in full—it's just two seasons—and then watch Rogue One, and you'll understand what the writers of the New Testament were doing in the shadows of “empire.”Unlike the arrogant cowards sitting on the Rebel Council at Yavin IV, the biblical writers weren't building anything new to replace Rome or Jerusalem. They had no secret plans for a “new” Republic. The gospel was not a hero's journey or a strategy for institution-building under the protection of a solipsistic Jedi order, nor was it fighting for “freedom.” It was, however, about hope, against all hope.Rehear Galatians.The New Testament ends where it begins—with the sword of instruction wandering the earth in God's broad encampment, moving from place to place with an urgent message of permanent, perpetual rebellion:“Caesar is not the king!”Long before Paul, Jeremiah, too, had joined the Rebellion. He understood the price. Jeremiah was not James Dean. You cannot be a rebel unless you have a cause. Unless, of course, you, like most Americans I know, want to remain a teenager for the rest of your life.Adults, however, have to make a choice:“Cursed be the day when I was born; Let the day not be blessed when my mother bore me! Cursed be the man who brought the news to my father, saying, ‘A baby boy has been born to you,' and made him very happy.”(Jeremiah 20:14-15)This much I know:“Everything I do, I do for the Rebellion.”This week, I discuss Luke 8:28.Show Notesἀνακράζω (anakrazō) / ק-ר-א (qof–resh–aleph) / ق-ر-أ (qāf–rāʾ–hamza)Cry out. Read aloud.“When the three units blew the trumpets and broke the pitchers, they held the torches in their left hands and the trumpets in their right hands for blowing, and shouted, ‘A sword for the Lord and for Gideon!'” (Judges 7:20)Gideon's story is part of the cyclical narrative structure that characterizes the Book of Judges. In this recurring pattern, Israel turns away from God and does evil, prompting God to give them into the hands of their enemies. In their suffering, the people cry out to God, who then raises up a deliverer—a judge—to rescue them. This deliverance brings a period of temporary peace until the cycle begins again. In the case of Gideon, Israel is oppressed by the Midianites. God chooses Gideon to lead a small and unlikely force, emphasizing that the victory is not the result of human strength but a demonstration of the Lord's power and faithfulness.“Then he cried out in my hearing with a loud voice, saying, ‘Come forward, you executioners of the city, each with his weapon of destruction in his hand!'” (Ezekiel 9:1 )In Ezekiel 8–11, the prophet is shown a vision of the abominations taking place in the Jerusalem temple, including idolatry, injustice, and ritual defilement. As a result of this widespread corruption, the glory of God departs from the temple. In chapter 9, the vision shifts from exposing sin to executing judgment. God summons six angelic executioners, each carrying a weapon and a seventh figure dressed in linen holding a writing kit. This scribe is instructed to mark the foreheads of those who mourn over the city's sins, while the others are commanded to kill the rest without mercy, beginning at the defiled sanctuary.“So the angel who was speaking with me said to me, “Proclaim, saying, ‘This is what the Lord of armies says: ‘I am exceedingly jealous for Jerusalem and Zion.'” (Zechariah 1:14 )προσπίπτω (prospiptō) / נ-פ-ל (nun-fe-lamed) / ن-ف-ل (nun-fa-lam)Fall upon, at, against; become known.“Then Esau ran to meet him and embraced him, and fell (יִּפֹּ֥ל yiffōlʹ) on his neck and kissed him, and they wept.” (Genesis 33:4)“And Esther spake yet again before the king, and fell (תִּפֹּ֖ל tiffōl) down at his feet, and besought him with tears to put away the mischief of Haman the Agagite, and his device that he had devised against the Jews.” (Esther 8:3)Esau suffered the consequences of tribal betrayal and familial treachery; Esther and her people faced annihilation under a lawfully decreed genocide. These parallels—illuminated by Luke's deliberate lexical choices—frame the demon-possessed man as a victim of Greco-Roman imperial oppression.In each case, the act of falling appears directed toward a human being when, in fact, it is the acceptance of Providence.This is the core teaching of the Abrahamic scrolls.Esther does not confront the king as a preacher or moral authority; she pleads with him, fully aware that she holds no power. You might say Esther was, in this instance, a functional Muslim.To fall is ultimately submission to divine authority—Esther, by entrusting herself to God's hidden providence, accepts that there is no King but God.Her only weapon against oppression, along with Esau and the demonic, was to fall prostrate, hoping against all hope in God's promise (in his absence), that:“Caesar is not the king!”نَفَّلَ (naffala) “he fell to his share” or “assigned as a share.”الْأَنْفَالُ لِلَّهِ وَالرَّسُولِ(al-anfālu lillāhi wa-l-rasūli)“The spoils are for God and the Apostle.”Surat al-Anfal 8:1(see also: κατεκλίθη)δέομαι (deomai) / ח-נ-ן (ḥet–nun–nun) / ح-ن-ن (ḥāʼ–nūn–nūn)Ask; pray; beg. Grace. Compassion, mercy, tenderness.“I also pleaded (אֶתְחַנַּ֖ן ʾěṯḥǎnnǎnʹ) with the Lord at that time, saying, ‘O Lord God, You have begun to show your servant your greatness and your strong hand; for what god is there in heaven or on earth who can do such works and mighty acts as yours? (Deuteronomy 3:23–24)“If you would seek God and implore (תִּתְחַנָּֽן tiṯḥǎnnānʹ) the compassion of the Almighty, if you are pure and upright, surely now he would rouse himself for you and restore your righteous estate.” (Job 8:5–6)The triliteral root ح-ن-ن (

Hosts Pastor Robert Baltodano and Pastor Lloyd Pulley Question Timestamps: John, NJ (1:36) - Is Jesus talking about money in Luke 6:37-38? Ronnie, FL (7:25) - Does Romans 4:6-8 have anything to do with our being sealed until the day of redemption? Connie, TX (9:44) - What happens on the resurrection day if we've been cremated? Rocko, YouTube (13:17) - Does God regret anything? Why does 1 Samuel say that God regretted anointing Saul as king of Israel? Aaron, NJ (15:46) - Do other faiths have religious documents that come from angels or other beings? Tonian, YouTube (21:17) - How do you know if your prayers are being heard, or you are praying correctly? Should you pray out loud or not? Concepcion, email (23:50) - What is the difference between Catholics and Christians? Sara, email (25:55) - What group do the babies that are born during the Millennium belong to? Are the tribulation saints different from the Raptured Bride of Christ? Matthew, GA (33:47) - Is it possible the gifts given to the disciples could have been passed down through bloodline? Kelly, email (38:20) - Is it okay to have crystals in my house? I like them because they are pretty as decoration, not because I believe they are magical. Elena, email (40:02) - If someone is in a position of power and hurts many people by lying, what could God do to them? Esau, NY (43:55) - When was Jesus crucified, was it a Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday? Tina, email (47:01) - How does praying for people, that don?t know we are praying for them, affect them? Email (48:53) - Why is it important to love our neighbors? Email (52:36) - Sometimes when I share the gospel with my boyfriend, he just doesn't understand. What should I do? Ask Your Question: 888-712-7434 Answers@bbtlive.org

Teena is joined by Esau McCaulley, PhD and John Onwuchekwa, DMin to talk about the narratives that shape our life and faith and the power of narrative in hospitality, business and theology. John shares his journey with Portrait coffee and then into his time curating conversations around grief and hope, connected with his book, We Go On. Esau opens up his story with Reading while Black and the shift into writing a much more personal narrative, How Far to the Promised Land. They also chat about their favorite coffee beans, Esau's new church plant and the elusive nature of “success”. Watch this conversation on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShHjeH27DZ0&t=3678s Explore more from Esau McCaulley: https://esaumccaulley.com/ Explore more from John Onwuchekwa: https://www.johno.co/ Discover the Global Faith and Work Initiative here: https://www.globalfaithandwork.com/ Learn more about the Surge Network here: https://www.surgenetwork.com/ 00:00 Introduction to the Series 01:24 Meet the Guests: Dr. Esau McCauley and John Onwuchekwa 06:32 John's Coffee Business Journey 13:56 The Impact of Narrative on Business 22:45 Esau's Journey and Reflections on Ministry 34:39 The Provocative Nature of the Book 35:02 Unexpected Success and Public Attention 35:37 Navigating Fame and Personal Boundaries 37:05 Embracing the Impact of 'Reading While Black' 38:38 Family Dynamics and Hometown Recognition 40:03 Intentional Church Leadership 45:02 The Role of Liturgy in Personal Faith 47:03 Diverse Church Experiences 51:46 Writing and Touring: The Emotional Toll 01:03:57 The Power of Storytelling and Grief 01:07:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Aaron Allison teaches from the story of Esau and Jacob, from Genesis 25. He encourages us to value our assignment.

Genesis 25:27-34

Summary: In our passage today, we say goodbye to a dear friend (Abraham). We get to know Isaac his son in a deeper way, and are introduced to Jacob, who will become the Father of Israel. We will also come to know Issac's brother Ishmael in a deeper way and introduced to Jacob's brother Esau. All these men will live life, but not all will live “full satisfying” lives. Join us as we study….. “how to live and have a full and satisfying life”.

In this message by Lady Cassandra Dobbs on Mother's Day, she ministers from Genesis 25:28 on the love of a mother whether that love is of God or a selfish love. Scripture: Genesis 25:28 - “And Isaac loved Esau because he ate of his game, but Rebekah loved Jacob.”

Tune into the podcast today for a special Mother's Day edition of our How Stuff Works series, as we explore how exactly a healthy family works!--The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --How Healthy Families Work (Mother's Day Message)Series: How Stuff Works | Message Theme: Biblical Family HealthOverview:Mother's Day is a time to celebrate, honor, and reflect. But it also surfaces a truth we all need to acknowledge: there are no perfect families. The Bible is full of flawed family dynamics—jealousy, rivalry, favoritism, rebellion—and yet, God still worked through those families to accomplish His purposes. This message explores how even in our mess, God calls us toward something better: the pursuit of a healthy family. Not perfect—healthy.This Mother's Day message outlines three biblical traits that characterize healthy families. These traits are not reserved for "ideal" households but are accessible to any family that's willing to trust God, lean into His Word, and do the work.Dysfunction in the Bible: You're Not AloneBefore we dive into healthy family traits, it's important to recognize that dysfunction is nothing new. The Bible gives us raw and honest pictures of broken family systems:Adam & Eve's family: Jealousy led to murder (Genesis 4). Cain couldn't handle being overshadowed by his brother Abel.Isaac & Rebekah's family: Favoritism and deception led to betrayal (Genesis 27). Jacob and Esau's rivalry split their household.David & Bathsheba's family: Lust and abuse of power caused trauma, loss, and rebellion (2 Samuel 11-15).Zebedee's family (James & John): Even Jesus' disciples struggled with ambition and pride (Mark 10:35-37; Luke 9:54).These examples remind us that family pain is part of the human experience. But they also reveal that God works with broken people to tell a story of redemption.Trait #1: Families Who Are Jesus-CenteredHealthy families don't center around trends—they center around truth. That truth is Jesus.Why it matters:Every family is centered on something—money, sports, school, success, or even the family itself.When Jesus is the center, God's Word becomes the foundation, and the Holy Spirit empowers the people in the family to grow and serve.What it looks like:Time: Prioritizing church, small groups, and faith-based community.Finances: Giving generously, and including kids in those conversations.Atmosphere: Creating a culture of worship, spiritual conversation, and daily discipleship at home.Key Scripture:Deuteronomy 6:4-9...

"I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Ghost, That I have great heaviness and continual sorrow in my heart. For I could wish that myself were accursed from Christ for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh: Who are Israelites; to whom pertaineth the adoption, and the glory, and the covenants, and the giving of the law, and the service of God, and the promises; Whose are the fathers, and of whom as concerning the flesh Christ came, who is over all, God blessed for ever. Amen. Not as though the word of God hath taken none effect. For they are not all Israel, which are of Israel: Neither, because they are the seed of Abraham, are they all children: but, In Isaac shall thy seed be called. That is, They which are the children of the flesh, these are not the children of God: but the children of the promise are counted for the seed. For this is the word of promise, At this time will I come, and Sarah shall have a son. And not only this; but when Rebecca also had conceived by one, even by our father Isaac; (For the children being not yet born, neither having done any good or evil, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth;) It was said unto her, The elder shall serve the younger. As it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated." Romans 9:1-13

A new MP3 sermon from Pineville Sovereign Grace Fellowship is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Have You Ever Thought You Were An Esau? Subtitle: Devotional Speaker: Larry Phillips Broadcaster: Pineville Sovereign Grace Fellowship Event: Devotional Date: 5/7/2025 Bible: Acts 9:13 Length: 13 min.

In this thought-provoking theological dialogue, Gabi and Pastor Eric explore the biblical and spiritual legacy of Ishmael, tracing how Abraham's struggle to trust God's promise led to Ishmael's birth and how, despite not being the child of the covenant, Ishmael still received divine blessings. The conversation expands to examine how these blessings extended to Esau and their descendants, complicating the narrative of inheritance and identity in the Middle East. Pastor Eric discusses Islam's reinterpretation of biblical history—especially its elevation of Ishmael—and how this shift, along with Islamic theology of land ownership, fuels enduring spiritual and territorial conflicts. The discussion highlights how Arab identity has been shaped by a shared sense of spiritual orphanhood and loss, and how Islam appeals to that wound while resisting the message of Christ. Ultimately, the dialogue emphasizes the gospel's power to reconcile Jews and Arabs into one spiritual family through faith in Jesus, the true heir of Abraham's promise, and considers how the awakening of Arab believers may one day provoke Israel to rediscover its Messiah.

We delve into the biblical story of Jacob, focusing on his struggle with God and man. We explore how Jacob's fear of his brother Esau led to a transformative encounter where he wrestled with God and received a new name - Israel. We discuss how God's plan worked through Jacob's will, and how God's promises are fulfilled despite our best and worst decisions. Jacob and Esau have an unexpected reunion.Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...

Pastor Garrison GreeneTEXT: Genesis 36:1-43OUTLINE:1. Be Sure: God Keeps His Word2. Beware: Gain Without God Is Loss3. Behold: Grace Reaches the EstrangedRESOURCES: ESV Study Bible; Commentary on Genesis by John Calvin; Reformed Expository Commentary: Genesis by Richard Phillips; Genesis: Book of Origins by Philip Eveson; Whole Bible Commentary by Matthew Henry; Historia Scholastica by Peter Comestor Flowers From the Puritan's Garden by Charles Spurgeon

We explore the story of Jacob and his journey from Canaan to Haran, fleeing from the rage of Esau. Jacob soon travels to his extended family to find a wife after being blessed by his father Isaac. He experiences a vision of God at Bethel, confirming the Abrahamic Covenant. Jacob falls in love with Rachel but is deceived by his father-in-law into marriage to another woman.Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...

Why does God say “Jacob I loved, Esau I hated”? I know God‘s grace, but I feel tripped up by worries about my prayer life and trying to get closer to God. Can you help me?

We dive into the biblical story of Jacob and Esau, twin sons of Isaac and Rebekah. We explore God's choice of the younger Jacob over the firstborn Esau, and the significant generational effects this choice has. We trace the narrative of how Jacob, through cunning and deceit, first trades a bowl of stew for Esau's birthright and then tricks his father into giving him the blessing meant for Esau. Finally, we examine the consequences of these actions, leading to Esau's bitter hatred and murderous intent towards Jacob. Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out ou...