The Biggest Story: God’s Tricky, Hairy, Blessed People
The Story of Jacob and Esau
Genesis 25; 27
within you shall be divided; the one shall be stronger
than the other, the older shall serve the younger.
GENESIS 25:23
1. What were some of the ways that Jacob was sneaky? Do you
think he deserves God’s blessing?
Takeaway: Jacob kept getting things wrong and did not deserve God’s blessing.
2. What did God tell Rebekah before the twins were born? Did
God change his mind when he saw Jacob cheating his brother? What does this tell us about God?
Takeaway: God blesses his people even when they keep getting things wrong.
3. What did Esau’s name mean? How about Jacob’s name? Do you
remember what Jesus’s name means? Why is it good news for us that Jesus is our Savior?
Takeaway: Jesus’s name means “Savior” because he saves us from our sins.
At Soma Church, we desire that every child will grow in their relationship with God, learn to hear His voice, and follow His calling on their lives. It’s a privilege to partner with parents in raising passionate disciples of Jesus.