As Isaac blessed Jacob and sent him off, Jacob did not know the character-building journey he was about to embark on, the family dysfunction he would encounter, or how the grace of God would prevail in his story—just as it will in yours.
Before you begin
Ask the Lord to give you a fresh sense of wonder as you read His Word. Pray for understanding and for an open, humble, obedient heart to receive what He wants to say to you.
Read
Review
Write a sentence or two about what you've just read. This could be a summary of the passage or an observation or highlight that stood out to you.
Reflect
Jacob was a schemer and imperfect, yet God’s grace was abundant in his life. How does knowing that God works through imperfect people encourage you in your own journey?
"There are no lost causes for God. Jacob certainly could have been one if it weren't for the grace of God." —Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth1
Respond
Write a short prayer, based on today’s reading. This could include praise, gratitude, personal confession, agreement with the truth, or a request for yourself or someone else.
1"Wonder of the Word," Week 2, Day 2
Takeaway Thought
What key verse or insight will you take with you into your day?