Jacob

And Isaac intreated the LORD for his wife, because she was barren: and the LORD was intreated of him, and Rebekah his wife conceived. And the children struggled together within her; and she said, If it be so, why am I thus? And she went to enquire of the LORD. And the LORD said unto her, Two nations are in thy womb, and two manner of people shall be separated from thy bowels; and the one people shall be stronger than the other people; and the elder shall serve the younger. And when her days to be delivered were fulfilled, behold, there were twins in her womb. And the first came out red, all over like an hairy garment; and they called his name Esau. And after that came his brother out, and his hand took hold on Esau’s heel; and his name was called Jacob: and Isaac was threescore years old when she bare them. Genesis 25:21-26

Steps: 4, 5, 10

When Isaac had been married for 20 years he still did not have any children. He asked the Lord to heal his wife’s womb and God blessed Isaac with twins. The Eldest was named Esau – Red; the younger son was named Jacob – Supplanter, or Deceiver. At birth God gave Isaac and Rebecca a prophecy that the elder son would serve the younger. It would be the task of Isaac and Rebecca to hold on to that prophecy, for it would bring great peace to the heart.

Prayer for Today – God, we thank You that you know our hearts from birth. You know what we will do, and You know why we will do it. Break us free from the temptations of life, and help us to walk in purity of thought and action. Help us to do those things that are pleasing in Your sight. Thank You for Your everlasting love and care.