Today I read Genesis 29, and loved the parallels I spotted. Just as Abraham’s servant found a wife for Isaac by a well, Isaac’s son Jacob finds his wife at a well.
I was also struck by Uncle Laban’s words to Jacob. “When Jacob had told him his story, Laban exclaimed, ‘You really are my own flesh and blood!'” (NLT)
We know that Laban will pull some devious tricks on Jacob in the coming pages. Did Laban recognize that trait of conniving and trickery in both Jacob and himself? Is that why he affirmed their connection?
Have you ever noticed elements of your personality that are similar to a relative–either strengths or weaknesses?
Thinking about how we can reflect characteristics of our family made me extra grateful that Christ has claimed us as siblings.
Lord, I want to be recognizable as Your flesh and blood. Please plant Your heart in me. Amen.
If you could pick one personality trait you’d like Jesus to keep changing into His likeness, which one it is? For me, I’d like Him to transform my selfishness into love. Feel free to comment!
Blessings,
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I’d like Him to change my judging into loving acceptance of others.
I agree 100%. Selfishness to love. Please, Lord!
Thanks, Kathy! That’s a good one!
Thanks for sharing! I think selfishness is such a tough one – we just love being our own little centers of the universe. I’m so glad He is at work reshaping us!