Genesis 29 and 30
In Genesis 29 and 30, the script changes. Instead of a switch between brothers, we see a sister switch. Jacob is going to pursue Rachel but get Leah as a wife instead. This deception will affect Jacob and his family for the rest of his life.
HAYLEY’S BIBLE BENDER:
The insight from this episode came in the comparison between Jacob’s sin and consequences. (See table below in show notes.) Jacob while deceiving Esau, his brother later gets outmaneuvered by his uncle. This schooling lasts for 14 years, or 5,110 daily lessons in patience, self-control, and trust.
What did you learn from Genesis 29? Did you have any Bible benders?
VERSES MENTIONED:
Show Notes:
A Comparison of Jacob’s Sin and Jacob’s Consequences
| Lesson | Jacob’s Mistakes | Jacob’s Consequence |
| Serving/Control | Jacob wanted Esau to serve him as promised (older will serve the younger) | Jacob must serve Laban for 14 years |
| Deception | Jacob deceived Isaac to get the blessing | Jacob was deceived into marrying Leah |
| Patience | Jacob didn’t wait for God to deliver the promise | Jacob was forced to work 14 years for Rachel |
| Greed | Jacob made an unfair bargain with Esau birthright for stew | Jacob had his wages unfairly changed by Laban |
Jacob’s Sons
This article was written by Hayley Mowatt, producer of Bible Book Club.
