"And Isaac called Jacob, and blessed him, and charged him, and said unto him, Thou shalt not take a wife of the daughters of Canaan."
The Spirit here onwards is creating a narrative thread to explain, the truth behind "and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed."God blesses Abraham and his seed, including Ishmael and Isaac. The compound number 12 is a tag, so where Jacob is going to, shall ultimately set up the same number. Laban's trickery in palming a whole troop wives and concubines on to Jacob is besides the point. The main thrust is to keep this number synonymous with God's promise to the world.
In v.4 " And give thee the blessing of Abraham, to thee, and to thy seed with thee; that thou mayest inherit the land wherein thou art a stranger, which God gave unto Abraham."
Continuity of the promise is in 'give thee the blessing of Abraham' and his inheritance is same as promised to Abraham. So whether Abraham is dead and buried in the cave bought with his own money is not what is the point. God who promised it is the living God and in His sight Abraham is alive. Does it not clearly indicate that this promised land is a living place called the land of the Living? It straddled in Isaac old and blind as he is and reached before His throne. God is the God of Abraham and Isaac and now Isaac is extending it to Jacob.
On his part Jacob has to have faith which is the one language and speech It is called the works establishing the will of God that he is the heir of promise. Jacob obeyed his father. On the other hand Esau did just the opposite. He though the firstborn had scant respect for godliness. "And that Jacob obeyed his father and his mother, and was gone to Padanaram."(v.7)
Hello again. God bless, thank u for the answer.when. When you mentioned the question mark I looked for it, here in the original text, and it seems that it may have been added in my language. It may have been added because the language is "clumsy" and because the words are difficult to describe and translate into English. I honestly don't know, but I will mention this to the publisher. I have already filed a complaint. Unfortunately, it seems that newer King James Bibles are being shortened. And no one can allow that.
Let me add for your guidance, "The Spirit here onwards is creating a narrative thread to explain, the truth behind "and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed." The 10 brethren of Joseph committed a crime in selling Jesus on whom falls the blessing of the heir of promise. He suffered unjustly as Jesus did. Jesus was sold for 30 pieces of silver while Joseph was sold for 20 pieces. However families of the earth do not continue either with Ephraim or with Manessah. In Jesus it picks up again where he gives a new definition for family. "But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren?/And he stretched forth his hand toward his disciples, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren!/ For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother." Mt.12.46-50 What holds these together? The number 12. Jesus chose 12 disciples to create a new family where 12 is a tag in heaven and 12 on the earth as well. Gospel of Christ doctrine of Christ as taught to his disciple make this number special. Even when Judas let we find the apostles casting lots to choose a replacement. How many were there in the upper room, 120. Frem them the riciple is to spread the gospel. So the principle of Association works this way:" He that receiveth you receiveth me, and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me."(Mt.10.40) When you received Jesus you received God as well. " He that heareth you heareth me; and he that despiseth you despiseth me; and he that despiseth me despiseth him that sent me."(Lk.10.16)
Yes, thank you very much. These are some good words! Hallelujah, Amen. And reminds us that we must continue on the path that has been laid out. Do not linger and stop. But always seize every opportunity and practice God's Living Word! Amen
Be of good courage and even if we meet people who do not accept either the word or us. Because I believe that GOD is with us in all things if we allow it. He is there with His guidance no matter what, He is not the One who fails when we need Him. Imagine Jesus having to live with the fact that His mother probably did not believe completely in Him when He was there near and alive. But on the Cross she had to see it. There is grace in that too. Be blessed and strengthened in Jesus' name, Amen
Peace "Bennymkje" It is good because the word never changes. And the preaching. When you mention Jacob I would also appreciate your version.
My impression is that Rebekah loved Jacob, and she helped Jacob at the end of this story. She let him go in disguise to his father Isak, Gen 27:13.29 (Isaac thought he was blessing Esau), he had a willing heart for Esau. So in fact Esau was deceived and got the inheritance and did not get the right as the firstborn. It is always talked about that Esau, who came home tired from the fields one day, simply didn't care when Jacob said he wanted Esau to give him his right. What is your information?
Parenting has its own problem. Isaac loved his firstborn who was sporting and an outdoor type. Jacob was more introspective and indoor type-,less advantaged whom mothers shall find one to fuss over and protective. Women also are sensitive in understanding siient signals and supportive of the underdog. Rebekah compensated for Isaac's preferential treatment to his older brother. But domestic fault lines and how she tried to help Jacob shall haunt Jacob. In Laban's house what he experienced was like jumping from the pan to the fire.
God set Rachael in order to compensate Jacob who had to learn some home truths in the house of Laban.
" And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her."(Gen.29.20) Love for Rachael made his life there a-winging. I have had always an especial love for the line and also identify with it. God always provides what is just needful for His children in their difficulties especially of their own making. In the end it is doing the will of God that determines the outcome.
Many thanks for your answer. So then it seems clear that God had determined this in advance. We can never believe that we have the ability to see the future like He does, and His wide view, Hallelujah Amen. The responsibility lies with His wisdom in all things. But from the scriptures we can understand the time. Be well and be blessed you and yours. Matthew 13:36-43 notice the exclamation point. v 43
Free, faith is the only answer and He did not spare his only Son for our sakes. So nothing shall happen by accident or luck. He says in v.43 "Who hath ears to hear, let him hear." The Spirit means to say whoever has faith so it shall be and Jesus christ is not for adding to the number. He says a few are chosen who receives the word as a child. His Will has mapped out complete and His Son shall fulfill it to perfection.
By the way I did not see any exclamation point at the end of v.43.
"And Isaac called Jacob, and blessed him, and charged him, and said unto him, Thou shalt not take a wife of the daughters of Canaan."
The Spirit here onwards is creating a narrative thread to explain, the truth behind "and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed."God blesses Abraham and his seed, including Ishmael and Isaac. The compound number 12 is a tag, so where Jacob is going to, shall ultimately set up the same number. Laban's trickery in palming a whole troop wives and concubines on to Jacob is besides the point. The main thrust is to keep this number synonymous with God's promise to the world.
In v.4 " And give thee the blessing of Abraham, to thee, and to thy seed with thee; that thou mayest inherit the land wherein thou art a stranger, which God gave unto Abraham."
Continuity of the promise is in 'give thee the blessing of Abraham' and his inheritance is same as promised to Abraham. So whether Abraham is dead and buried in the cave bought with his own money is not what is the point. God who promised it is the living God and in His sight Abraham is alive. Does it not clearly indicate that this promised land is a living place called the land of the Living? It straddled in Isaac old and blind as he is and reached before His throne. God is the God of Abraham and Isaac and now Isaac is extending it to Jacob.
On his part Jacob has to have faith which is the one language and speech It is called the works establishing the will of God that he is the heir of promise. Jacob obeyed his father. On the other hand Esau did just the opposite. He though the firstborn had scant respect for godliness. "And that Jacob obeyed his father and his mother, and was gone to Padanaram."(v.7)
Take care, love u in Christ Romans 5
Let me add for your guidance, "The Spirit here onwards is creating a narrative thread to explain, the truth behind "and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed." The 10 brethren of Joseph committed a crime in selling Jesus on whom falls the blessing of the heir of promise. He suffered unjustly as Jesus did. Jesus was sold for 30 pieces of silver while Joseph was sold for 20 pieces. However families of the earth do not continue either with Ephraim or with Manessah. In Jesus it picks up again where he gives a new definition for family. "But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren?/And he stretched forth his hand toward his disciples, and said, Behold my mother and my brethren!/ For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother." Mt.12.46-50 What holds these together? The number 12. Jesus chose 12 disciples to create a new family where 12 is a tag in heaven and 12 on the earth as well. Gospel of Christ doctrine of Christ as taught to his disciple make this number special. Even when Judas let we find the apostles casting lots to choose a replacement. How many were there in the upper room, 120. Frem them the riciple is to spread the gospel. So the principle of Association works this way:" He that receiveth you receiveth me, and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me."(Mt.10.40) When you received Jesus you received God as well. " He that heareth you heareth me; and he that despiseth you despiseth me; and he that despiseth me despiseth him that sent me."(Lk.10.16)
Be of good courage and even if we meet people who do not accept either the word or us. Because I believe that GOD is with us in all things if we allow it. He is there with His guidance no matter what, He is not the One who fails when we need Him. Imagine Jesus having to live with the fact that His mother probably did not believe completely in Him when He was there near and alive. But on the Cross she had to see it. There is grace in that too. Be blessed and strengthened in Jesus' name, Amen
Romans 5:1-5
My impression is that Rebekah loved Jacob, and she helped Jacob at the end of this story. She let him go in disguise to his father Isak, Gen 27:13.29 (Isaac thought he was blessing Esau), he had a willing heart for Esau. So in fact Esau was deceived and got the inheritance and did not get the right as the firstborn. It is always talked about that Esau, who came home tired from the fields one day, simply didn't care when Jacob said he wanted Esau to give him his right. What is your information?
Parenting has its own problem. Isaac loved his firstborn who was sporting and an outdoor type. Jacob was more introspective and indoor type-,less advantaged whom mothers shall find one to fuss over and protective. Women also are sensitive in understanding siient signals and supportive of the underdog. Rebekah compensated for Isaac's preferential treatment to his older brother. But domestic fault lines and how she tried to help Jacob shall haunt Jacob. In Laban's house what he experienced was like jumping from the pan to the fire.
God set Rachael in order to compensate Jacob who had to learn some home truths in the house of Laban.
" And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her."(Gen.29.20) Love for Rachael made his life there a-winging. I have had always an especial love for the line and also identify with it. God always provides what is just needful for His children in their difficulties especially of their own making. In the end it is doing the will of God that determines the outcome.
By the way I did not see any exclamation point at the end of v.43.
With blessings,
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