3. Deception and Blessing
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Some stories in Genesis are difficult to digest. The story of Jacob stealing his brother’s blessing is one of them. It’s an episode that puts God’s sovereignty on display as he works through an imperfect family to accomplish his purposes. This week, we’re looking at this complex scene, what it reveals about the character of God, and what it shows about those chosen as part of his plan.
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