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Stories From The Old Testament That Build Faith & Devotion
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Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion “Birthright” vs. “Blessing” The Birthright Rights belonging to the 1st born Family name & title would pass through him Acting as family priest (Patriarchal days) Inheritance double portion Deut 21:15-17 Did not affect God’s promises (e.g. Jacob)
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Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion “Birthright” vs. “Blessing” The Blessing Ceremonial rite belonging to the 1st born Though not the promises made by God, this was more in line with what God promised starting with Abraham than the birthright Gen 27:28-29 28:4 Usually done as patriarch approached death
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 An old Isaac desires to bless Esau vv. 1-4 He wants to taste of Esau’s game once more His infirmities will play a major role Rebekah has other “plans” vv. 5-17 She overhears Isaac’s wishes and schemes to have Jacob blessed instead of Esau Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Rebekah has other “plans” vv. 5-17 Despite “logical objections,” she persuades Jacob to go along with her plan vv. 11-12 She was even willing to accept the curse if Jacob got caught v. 13 Jacob obeyed his mother vv. 14-17 Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Rebekah has other “plans” vv. 5-17 What was Rebekah’s “motivation?” What she had been told earlier? 25:23 Jacob being her “favorite?” 25:28b No indication she informed Isaac what God had said to her when she learned his desire Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion 4
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Rebekah has other “plans” vv. 5-17 What was Rebekah’s “motivation?” Also, notice she “inquired of the Lord” when the twins struggled No such “inquiry” now…she “takes matters into her own hands” re: her favorite son Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Jacob’s actions vv. 18-27a He lies re: his identity when questioned by Isaac vv. 18-19 He lies re: the hunt’s “success” v. 20 He lies re: his identity when questioned more specifically by Isaac vv. 21-24 Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Jacob’s actions vv. 18-27a The voice of his son & the timing of the meal gave Isaac some concern The “final deception” was the feel & smell of the animal skins & Esau’s garments when Jacob came close to kiss Isaac vv. 26-27 Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Jacob’s actions vv. 18-27a As “honorable” and good as Isaac was in treating who he thought was Esau, Jacob was equally treacherous and “dishonorable” in his deception As was Rebekah…his “scheming” mother Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 The blessing vv. 27b-29 Isaac connected the smell of his son with the field blessed by the Lord The blessing pertained to the future success of the family…especially under this son’s leadership after Isaac’s death Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 The blessing vv. 27b-29 Jacob would be blessed by God physically Jacob would be ruler over other people… even his own brother Jacob would enjoy the original blessing God gave to Abraham cp. Gen 12:3a Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Esau’s actions vv. 30-38 He returns home from the hunt, expecting to be blessed by his father v. 31 Isaac first inquires as to his identity, then “trembles violently”…he has been deceived & Esau has been defrauded vv. 32-35 Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Esau’s actions vv. 30-38 He cried out with a “bitter cry” v. 34 He begged Isaac for a blessing also v. 34 He bemoans Jacob’s 2 deceptions v. 35 He implores his father 1 final time for a blessing vv. 36-38 Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 APPLICATION Esau was now in a position that could not be changed or altered “No repentance”…even though he “sought it with tears” Heb 12:17 Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 APPLICATION Through his earlier disposition (25:34), Esau showed he was willing to bargain away something important Likewise, we can put ourselves in situations through similar “reckless” behavior Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 APPLICATION We, too, may face consequences that cannot be “repented” (changed or altered) …even though we might seek such with tears This is why we are exhorted to not be like Esau…the “profane” or “godless” person Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Isaac’s final words vv. 39-40 Esau would not enjoy the prosperity Jacob had been promised 27:28 Esau would serve Jacob 25:23 However, he would rebel and “break this yoke” from his neck Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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A Story Of Deception Gen 25, 27 The Stolen Blessing 27:1-46 Esau’s reaction vv. 41-42a Esau replaced his misery with malice …he planned to kill Jacob once Isaac was dead Another indication re: the type of person Esau was Ù he “publicized” his intentions Somehow Rebekah learned of his plans Stories From The O.T. That Build Faith & Devotion
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