This week on The Extras, Sam Russell and Jack Day are diving in to a great set of questions flowing out of the story of God’s decision to bless Jacob, the deceiver, rather than his older and favourite brother Esau.
We’re tackling:
- What is a ‘blessing’?
- What is the difference between the ‘blessing’ and the ‘birthright’?
- Why does Isaac require food before giving his blessing?
- Did Jacob and Esau have other brothers? (verse 29?)
- Why does God use deceitful ways to bless?
- Is God responsible for the trouble, given that he chose the younger brother?
- and more!
