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Managing our inner struggles with the Lord
It was the most lopsided fight in human history. Did Jacob actually believe he had a chance against the God of the universe? Let’s talk about wrestling with God. We’ll learn from Jacob’s example how to manage our own inner struggles with the Lord.
Let’s lean on the promise of mercy
The Bible warns us, “You reap what you sow.” The Old Testament character, Jacob, planted quite a few destructive seeds within his family. The result of which should have been a harvest of pain. Discover how Jacob received what he didn’t deserve, an outpouring of God’s grace!
Catch a glimpse of God’s greater plan for our lives
Stuck in the moment, it can be difficult to see what God is doing in our lives. But if we widen our perspective, we may catch a glimpse of God’s greater plan! Let’s look at the bigger picture in the life of Jacob. In the midst of chaos, God was building his future.
Discover how a self-centered prayer can turn into a step of faith!
Caught with no way out, many people have tried to bargain with God. “Lord, if you help me right now, I’ll turn my life around!” But does God ever answer those types of prayers? Let’s discuss Jacob’s negotiation with God.
Let’s take a closer look at Jacob’s life-transforming vision
Exhausted from running from his lies and deceit, Jacob finally fell asleep. And the dream God gave him turned his entire life around! Have you had a moment that changed your life?
Find out how God uses flawed families
Does your family fight and bicker? Perhaps there are a few skeletons in your family’s closet. Don’t worry; you’re not alone! Let’s reveal the decades-old feud that took place in Jacob’s family, and how God’s mercy showed up in the midst of domestic conflict.
Find out how to avoid making the mistake of missing a potential blessing
Have you ever misconstrued a conversation? It can happen when we hear only what we want to hear. Discover how Jacob’s family misinterpreted a God-given prediction, and almost missed the potential blessing! Learn how to avoid making the same mistake.
Discover the surprising connections between Jacob and Jesus
More than a millennium separates Jacob, the father of Israel, and Jesus, the promised Savior. Let’s study one such link between Jacob and Jesus—snakes. Pull up a chair and be a part of the conversation.
Discover how God can transform our identities
Names can stick with us for years. Perhaps you’ve had labels, nicknames, or reputations haunt you since childhood. Let’s study why Jacob’s name made him an unlikely participant in God’s sovereign plan. Our study of Jacob continues.
God’s mysterious way of working out His amazing plan!
We know that God has a plan for us. But how He accomplishes that plan can often leave us scratching our heads! If the life of Jacob tells us anything, it’s that those confusing events are all part of God’s amazing plan!
Discover how what looks like favoritism is actually a sovereign plan to bless the entire world
There is an entire nation of individuals identified in Scripture as “God’s chosen people.” But where did this divine favoritism come from? Let’s go back to the origins of Israel, and God’s promises to His people.
Find out if Jacob is the answer to a centuries-old riddle
A good mystery always leaves the reader in suspense, right up until the final page. Let’s introduce a new study on the life of Jacob, from the perspective of a “whodunit.” Immerse yourself in the story.
Discover Jesus’ response to a suffering father and son
When trials overwhelm us and we reach the end of our rope, the question we often ask is, “Lord, don’t You care?” Let’s study Jesus’ response to that important question. We find His answer in Mark chapter 9. Hear the conclusion of our series.
Where do we turn when life gets out of hand?
It’s a dad’s job to fix what’s broken. But what can a father do when he’s powerless to heal his own family? Let’s look at a conversation between Jesus and a desperate dad with an overwhelming need.
Jesus’ interaction with a sick child and a worried dad struggling to have faith
When our son or daughter is sick all we want to do is take away their pain. We try to soothe the sickness away. But sometimes the illness is so severe, we’re rendered helpless.
