Having closed his chapter with Laban, Jacob opens a new chapter with his brother Esau. In a story brimming with tension, Jacob prepares to meet his brother (and his 400 men). Overcome with anxiety, Jacob beseeches God to preserve his family and to continue the blessing. Join the pastors as they
Genesis 31:43-32:2
The end of Jacob's time with his father-in-law Laban ends peacefully with the construction of a new monument, symbolizing a covenant between both men (and the nations that they represent). We go with Jacob as he crosses over, away from the life he has created in the outer lands, back to his home
Open Hands | Unhindered
Many have wanted to spend more time in prayer and spiritual study, but few have been able to "find the time." Today, the Pastors introduce the first self-assessment in our Unhindered series. Join the conversation as we examine the things that demand our attention, and we address the most common
Genesis 31:22-42
When Laban catches up to his son-in-law, he accuses him of stealing his family gods. Jacob, angered by the accusation, invites Laban to search the entire camp to find them. What follows is a story of Rachel's trickery, family negotiation, and even an insight into the kind of unearned blessing that
Genesis 31:1-21
Jacob and Laban have reached a breaking point and Jacob decides it is time to leave. Instead of talking with his father-in-law Jacob decides to flee unannounced, and to make it all worse, his wife steals items from Laban's household on the way out. Join the Pastors as they explore this interesting
Genesis 30:25-43
Jacob and Laban find themselves at a crossroads. God has blessed Laban because of Jacob and, yet Jacob wants to make a way for himself. They try to best one another and barter a deal that each think will enrich himself. At the end of the day, we discover that God remains faithful to Jacob, and
Finding Time | Unhindered
Many have wanted to spend more time in prayer and spiritual study, but few have been able to "find the time." Today, the Pastors introduce the first self-assessment in our Unhindered series. Join the conversation as we examine the things that demand our attention, and we address the most common
Genesis 30:1-24
When Rachel's jealousy of her sister grows, so does the conflict between them. In a story that intentionally echoes the original story of Jacob and Esau, we now see two sisters locked in a battle for favor, except in this case it only expands when they also give their handmaids to Jacob as wives.