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Lesson:

When you have wronged someone, seek forgiveness.

Extras

• Character Profiles

  • Jacob (Young)

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    Jacob (Young)

    

    Jacob, whose name means ‘a supplanter’, was born with his hand grasping Esau’s heel (that’s called a tag-team). Jacob traded his bowl of stew for his brother Esau's birthright. He became very wealthy and eventually restored his relationship with his brother. At Peniel, God gave Jacob the name Israel, which means “prince with God”. During the time of famine, Jacob went to live in Egypt where his son, Joseph, was second-in-command to Pharaoh.

    • Bible References

      • Genesis 28:15
      • Genesis 25:23
      • Genesis 25:29-34
      • Genesis 27
      • Genesis 28
      • Genesis 29
      • Genesis 31
      • Genesis 32
      • Genesis 32:28
      • Genesis 33
      • Genesis 42
      • Genesis 49

  • Esau

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    Esau

    

    Esau received his name, which means ‘hairy’, when he was born because he was very red and covered with thick hair like a fur coat. Esau was born first, with his twin brother Jacob grasping his heel. He grew up loving the outdoors and he became a skillful hunter. Esau ‘sold’ his birthright to Jacob for a bowl of stew. Esau and Jacob were separated for many years but Esau forgave him and they were reconciled.

    • Bible References

      • Hebrews 12:16
      • Genesis 25:25
      • Genesis 36:1
      • Genesis 25:27
      • Genesis 25:28
      • Genesis 25:30-34
      • Genesis 26:34-35
      • Genesis 32
      • Genesis 33

  • Isaac

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    Isaac

    

    Isaac, whose name means ‘he laughs’ was the only son of Abraham and Sarah. God blessed Isaac and he became a wealthy man. He was a man of peace and when the jealous Philistines filled up his wells, he avoided conflict. Instead of fighting them, he just moved and dug new wells. Isaac died at the age of 180 years, after Jacob had returned with his family from Mesopotamia.

    • Bible References

      • Genesis 26:23-25
      • Genesis 22
      • Genesis 23:1
      • Genesis 24
      • Genesis 26:1
      • Genesis 26:10-11
      • Genesis 26:23-25
      • Genesis 35:27-29

  • Rebekah

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    Rebekah

    

    When Isaac's wife Rebekah became pregnant with twins she prayed about the babies struggling within her womb and God revealed to her that the twins would become two rival nations and the older of the twins would serve the younger. Instead of trusting God, she began to scheme for her favorite son, Jacob. When she died, she was buried in the cave of Machpelah.

    • Bible References

      • Genesis 25:22
      • Genesis 24
      • Genesis 25:19-26
      • Romans 9:10-12
      • Genesis 25:27-34
      • Genesis 27:1-40
      • Genesis 27:41-46
      • Genesis 49:30-31

• Adventure Guide

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    Jacob and Esau - Family Discussion Guide

• Videos

  Jacob Takes Esau's Birthright

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    Jacob Takes Esau's Birthright

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    Esau Reconciles with Jacob

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    Isaac Blesses Jacob

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    Jacob Names Peniel

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    Rebekah Shares About Jacob and Esau

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    Jacob Wrestles God

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    Jacob and Esau - The Salvation Poem

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    Rebekah Encourages Deceit

• Q & A

  • What does the Bible say about the uniqueness of 2 people like Jacob and Esau?

    Isn’t it amazing how no two people have the same fingerprints? God creates each of us as unique individuals. Even before you are born God knows all about you (Psalm 139:13-16). Celebrate diversity, accept the differences between people and thank God for what makes you unique.
    
    
    
    Discover God's love and plan for you

    • Psalms 139:13-16

  • How does the story of Jacob and Esau show that our actions have consequences?

    All actions have consequences, whether big or small, positive or negative, short-lived or long-lasting. “If …then” is a “cause-effect” principle in life that we see throughout the Bible. In the beginning there were consequences to Adam and Eve’s actions which affects every human being – including you. Your actions affect not only you, but others as well. Try to think of possible consequences before you act.
    
    
    
    Discover God's love and plan for you

    • Genesis 3:16-19

  • Should you seek out forgiveness when you have wronged somebody?

    God is quick to forgive us – but we aren’t always so quick to forgive others. The Bible teaches us that God is a forgiving God and when we seek His forgiveness, He has promised to forgive us (1 John 1:9). Jesus spoke a lot about forgiveness when He was on earth and emphasized the importance of forgiveness. Jesus said, “Forgive others, and you will be forgiven” (Luke 6:37). He also warned us of the consequences of unforgiveness in the parable of the unforgiving debtor (Matthew 18:23-35). The parable of the Lost Son (Luke 15) emphasizes repentance but also illustrates how we need to make an effort and seek forgiveness when we have wronged someone.
    
    
    
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    • 1 John 1:9
    • Luke 6:37
    • Matthew 18:23-35
    • Luke 15

  • How is forgiveness like a gift?

    Forgiveness is a gift that you can give or receive. It is a gift that sets you free from fear, bitterness and even revenge. The Bible teaches that you should “be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you” (Ephesians 4: 32). Jesus gives a serious warning about not forgiving: “If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins” (Matthew 6: 14-15). Take this warning to heart because, like with any gift, it is you who decides if you will give or withhold forgiveness.
    
    
    
    Discover God's love and plan for you

    • Ephesians 4:32
    • Matthew 6:14-15

  • How does Jacob's life show that you cannot outrun God?

    In those days, people believed that their gods were only in the places where they lived. However, Jacob learned that the Lord God is everywhere. While on the run from his brother, his dream made him realize that God was still with him. You can run from people, but you cannot run or hide from God. God has promised to be with you always.
    
    
    
    Discover God's love and plan for you

    • Genesis 28:10-21