Genesis 29:14 Then Laban said to him, “You are my own flesh and blood.” After Jacob had stayed with him for a whole month,
If you are at all familiar with this story, you know that Laban is about to take advantage of Jacob. The small, petty, human side of myself says, “Serves him right.” Jacob took advantage of Esau (selling him stew for his birthright) and his father (tricking him into believing that he was Esau to receive the blessing). Neither of these actions was necessary because God had declared at their birth that the older would serve the younger.
Genesis 29:15 Laban said to him, “Just because you are a relative of mine, should you work for me for nothing? Tell me what your wages should be.”
The good Christian in me knows what God wants me to learn and understand from today’s scripture. He knows my petty attitude is not right, not good–for me or for His glory. He knows that I need to be reminded–again and again and again–to trust Him, that He’s got things under control, that He has a sovereign plan–for my good and His glory. Help me, Jesus.
Genesis 29:16 Now Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel.
Precious Savior, Thank You for the reminder that vengeance is Yours, not mine, that pettily saying, “Serves him right” is a mild form of vengeance and is a habit I need to break. Help me strive to give grace and mercy as You do so that I can shine Your light well. Amen.
Genesis 29:17 Leah had weak eyes, but Rachel had a lovely figure and was beautiful.
Have a blessed day.