It is a natural tendency of man to use and abuse others in order to maximize profit, pleasure, pride, or position. Consider the story of Joseph and his brothers found in Genesis 37. In this episode, Joseph’s brother hate him because he gives a negative report of their shepherding to Isaac (37:2), he is the recipient of … More When Life Gets in the Way
For twenty years, Jacob has been a prodigal son, a fugitive brother, and a desperate sojourner seeking safety and provision in a foreign land. The consequences of his deceitful scheme have been hard for him to bear. For two decades he has been separated from his father, mother, brother, kinsman, and the Land of Promise. … More Trusting God and our Gods
In regards to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and the boys, they are nuts — all of them — and their foolish decisions and family dysfunctions are on display for all to see. Their family picture looks much more like that of Archie Bunker or Roseanne Barr than the Ingles Family. A “Modern Family” they are. Sadly, … More No Shadow of Turning with Thee
