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Redeemed from Broken Relationships April 24

Admit it now … What kinds of silly arguments did you have when you were a kid? God wants us to know that showing humility is critical to restoring relationships. – Today we look at how Jacob and Esau get back together

Listen for a grudge. Genesis 27:41 (NLT) From that time on, Esau hated Jacob because their father had given Jacob the blessing. And Esau began to scheme: “I will soon be mourning my father’s death. Then I will kill my brother, Jacob.”

Self-centeredness Can Destroy Relationships What background do you know about the conflict between Jacob and Esau? What did Esau intend to do in retaliation for Jacob’s deception? What attitudes were at the center of both brothers’ actions? What is appealing about holding a grudge?

Self-centeredness Can Destroy Relationships Quotes about grudges and revenge – Alfred Hitchcock Revenge is sweet and not fattening.

Self-centeredness Can Destroy Relationships Quotes about grudges and revenge – Frank Sinatra The best revenge is massive success.

Self-centeredness Can Destroy Relationships Quotes about grudges and revenge – Tom Wolfe I never forget. I never forgive. I can wait. I find it very easy to harbor a grudge. I have scores to settle.

Self-centeredness Can Destroy Relationships Quotes about grudges and revenge – Steven Adler (Guns N’ Roses) You figure that time could heal all wounds, but some people just really hold a crazy grudge.

Self-centeredness Can Destroy Relationships Quotes about grudges and revenge – Aesop People often grudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves

Self-centeredness Can Destroy Relationships In what ways could Jacob and Esau both rationalize their actions? What do you think that Jacob and Esau’s parents could have done differently to help the brothers get along better? JacobEsau

Listen for Jacob’s strategy. Genesis 33:1-4 (NLT) Then Jacob looked up and saw Esau coming with his 400 men. So he divided the children among Leah, Rachel, and his two servant wives. 2 He put the servant wives and their children at the front, Leah and her children next, and Rachel and Joseph last.

Listen for Jacob’s strategy. 3 Then Jacob went on ahead. As he approached his brother, he bowed to the ground seven times before him. 4 Then Esau ran to meet him and embraced him, threw his arms around his neck, and kissed him. And they both wept.

Displaying Humility, Rebuilding Relationships What were some thoughts and emotions that may have surfaced in Jacob’s mind when he saw Esau coming with a large group of men? What precautions did Jacob take that suggest he was motivated by his old mindset of self- centeredness? How did Jacob demonstrate humility?

Displaying Humility, Rebuilding Relationships How did Esau respond to Jacob? Suppose that instead he approached his brother’s group with a weapon in hand … what might have happened? What kinds of “weapons” do we “pull out” when we attempt a reconciliation?

Displaying Humility, Rebuilding Relationships In Jacob and Esau’s culture prostration on the ground was a sign of a humble approach. How can we demonstrate a humble approach to a confrontation?

Listen for what Esau asks. Genesis 33:5-11 (NLT) Then Esau looked at the women and children and asked, “Who are these people with you?” “These are the children God has graciously given to me, your servant,” Jacob replied. 6 Then the servant wives came forward with their children and bowed before him. 7 Next came Leah with her children, and they bowed before him. Finally, Joseph and Rachel

Listen for what Esau asks. came forward and bowed before him. 8 “And what were all the flocks and herds I met as I came?” Esau asked. Jacob replied, “They are a gift, my lord, to ensure your friendship.” 9 “My brother, I have plenty,” Esau answered. “Keep what you have for yourself.” 10 But Jacob insisted, “No, if I have found favor with you, please accept this gift from me.

Listen for what Esau asks. And what a relief to see your friendly smile. It is like seeing the face of God! 11 Please take this gift I have brought you, for God has been very gracious to me. I have more than enough.” And because Jacob insisted, Esau finally accepted the gift.

Willingness to Forgive, Moving Forward What two questions did Esau ask? How did Jacob’s answers help advance reconciliation between the two brothers? Which brother appears as the more dominant one in the exchange recorded in these verses? How can you tell?

Willingness to Forgive, Moving Forward God had been gracious to both men and they said so. God has been good to you also. What are some ways you can humbly acknowledge that graciousness to others?

Willingness to Forgive, Moving Forward Consider that we might not be accepted by the person to whom we humble ourselves. – Even if our humble attempts of reconciliation are rejected by people, God accepts our humility and smiles on us – Humility always wins because it pleases God

Application Admit your part – If you are living with a damaged relationship, ask God to show you if any of your actions have contributed to the damage – Admit to yourself, confess to God the hurt you have caused – Apologize to the person you hurt, seek forgiveness

Application Let go of the grudge – If someone has hurt or offended you, let go of that hurt or bitterness – Forgive them … by doing so you are not saying the offense doesn’t matter, you are refusing to hold that offense against that persona any longer – Eph. 4:32 … Forgive even as God in Christ has forgiven you.

Application Be an agent of restoration – Ask God to help you be a healing influence in a broken relationship between people you know – Spend time in prayer before the first contact – Be sensitive, be patient, allow God to work in His time to bring restoration

Redeemed from Broken Relationships April 24