Jacob

August 29, 2021   /   Jeff Ryan   /   South Tongass Alliance Church

Jacob

Jeff Ryan—STAC Elder

Introduction:

Life marked by divine Grace in the midst of conflict – the triumph of God’s grace and faithfulness

Grace = Unmerited favor

-Faithfulness of God

-Power of God

He ended his life as a mighty man of faith – How did he get there?

Spiritual Markersidentify a time of transition, decision, or direction; these markers give us direction and confidence in following Christ

  1. Before he was born
  • God chose him
  • God chooses us, with our unique gifts and talents
  1. Jacob at Luz (separation) or Bethel (House of God)
  • Faith is living without Scheming
  • 1st encounter recorded with God
  • Jacob in the dirt
  • God in Heaven
  • Ladder is a picture of our Christ Jesus
  • Jacob’s response
  • Surprised God was there
  • Asked for “stuff”
  1. Jacob at Peniel
  • Again alone
  • Wrestled with God
  • To prove dominance
  • Up close, personal
  • What is your Name
  • Clinging helplessly to God

 

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