Passing on God

Genesis 48:21  “And Israel said unto Joseph, Behold, I die: but God shall be with you, and bring you again unto the land of your fathers.” Have you ever thought about what you will leave your kids?  You may not have much to leave, but you leave nothing if...

The Favor of God

Genesis 39:3 “And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.” What if I asked you to think of someone who had a polarizing effect on everyone around him? Would you think of Joseph in the Old...

Grace or Grabbing?

Genesis 33:11  “Take, I pray thee, my blessing that is brought to thee; because God hath dealt graciously with me, and because I have enough.  And he urged him, and he took it.” Have you ever watched a child who is just learning to walk?  What does the...

Priceless or Profane?

Genesis 25:34  “Then Jacob gave Esau bread and pottage of lentils; and he did eat and drink, and rose up, and went his way: thus Esau despised his birthright.” In one word, how would you describe Esau as a man?  Impulsive. Short-sighted. Immature....