This Sunday we continue our series on the Genesis genealogy of Jesus with a look at Jacob, who is one of the most compelling figures in the Old Testament. Abraham got the call, Isaac almost got sacrificed, but Jacob is the one who the nation of Israel gets named after. It’s not because he’s got it all together–he lies, cheats, runs for his life, has 12 sons by four different women–yet he is somehow still the person who carries the covenant promise forward. Take a look at Genesis 25:19-34 and chapters 27-35 for his story.
I have to say that I’ve been enjoying preparing this series. Getting into these old stories and finding their connections comes at Advent from a completely different angle. Even though I’ve been studying these characters since childhood, there’s always something new to learn! I hope to see you Sunday!
