Women of The Word, Jan. 27

We studied Genesis Chapter 25-26 about Jacob and Esau, twin sons of Isaac and Rebekah. The Hebrews would evolve through Jacob's line and the Edomites would come from Esau's line. Usually the firstborn son got a double-share of inheritance and the leadership of the clan. Esau is really stupid as he gives up his firstborn birthrights to Jacob in return for a bowl of stew! He later may have really regretted this decision.

We learned how important wells are in the desert. Competitive well-filling back then by adversaries was like corporate sabotage in today's world. In Chapter 26, vs. 19, we learn that Isaac's servants named the wells they found therefore claiming dominion over them. God's Promise is again given to Isaac in a dream. He would have many descendants. God reveals to us that He is a personal God.

Submitted by Vicky Steinwender