Episode notes
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Today, we come to Genesis 32—one of the most striking chapters in Jacob’s story. He’s been known as a grabber, a schemer, someone always one step ahead. But in this chapter, everything changes. His name is changed. His life is transformed.
Jacob is returning home after twenty years in exile. He fled after deceiving his father and brother. Now he must face Esau—the man he wronged. Jacob sends messengers ahead, and they return with a chilling report: Esau is coming—with 400 men.
Fearing revenge, Jacob prepares three responses: he divides his camp for safety, sends extravagant gifts to soften Esau’s heart, and prays—pleading God’s promises for deliverance. Yet despite these strategies, Jacob’s deepest transformation happens that night— ...