Introduction

Good morning, Church family! We're diving into the book of Genesis today, specifically Genesis 25:19-34. It's a passage that gives us some real-life drama, a tale of two brothers, Esau and Jacob, and a pot of stew that changed their lives forever. This story presents us with the stark reality of sibling rivalry, cravings for parental blessings, and how parental favoritism can create division. It also reminds us that God continues to call us, despite our human flaws.

We are reminded of the words of William Temple, "The most influential of all educational factors is the conversation in a child's home." Raising children is no easy task, as we’ll discuss today, but we know that it’s crucial to begin teaching them about the Lord right away.

Let's read the passage together:

[Read passage]

Let us pray:

Dear Heavenly Father, as we explore this scripture, we ask for your guidance ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO