by TheRestlessPilgrim | Sep 2, 2017 | Blog, Reflections From Genesis
Genesis 33:9 (NKJV) “But Esau said, ‘I have enough, my brother; keep what you have for yourself.’” Esau was noble in that; he did not take from his brother when he had no need of it. Jacob had sent several gifts ahead to Esau as a pacifier, but Esau clearly...
by TheRestlessPilgrim | Sep 1, 2017 | Blog, Reflections From Genesis
Genesis 33:1 (NKJV) “Now Jacob lifted his eyes and looked, and there, Esau was coming, and with him were four hundred men…” We must be ready to face our fears. Jacob had always dreaded the day he would meet his elder brother and now the day had come. Esau came to meet...
by TheRestlessPilgrim | Aug 31, 2017 | Blog, Reflections From Genesis
Genesis 32:31 (NKJV) “Just as he crossed over Penuel the sun rose on him, and he limped on his hip.” Those who have encountered God walk with a limp. Those who have been touched by God cannot walk as they used to. Unless God cripples you, He cannot change you. Jacob...
by TheRestlessPilgrim | Aug 30, 2017 | Blog, Reflections From Genesis
Genesis 32:26 (NKJV) “And He said, ‘Let Me go, for the day breaks.’ But he said, ‘I will not let You go unless You bless me!’” Don’t let God go until He blesses you. Don’t accept a cheap and easy result that does not meet the deepest longing of your heart....
by TheRestlessPilgrim | Aug 29, 2017 | Blog, Reflections From Genesis
Genesis 32:24 (NKJV) “Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with him until the breaking of day.” An authentic encounter with God is a deeply personal experience. Even if it happens in the midst of the crowd, it must still be a very personal encounter. While we...
