Gen 25:23 The LORD said to her “…the older will serve the younger.”
This morning finds me still in Genesis 25, learning from Esau and Jacob. God told Rebekah before they were even born that the older would serve the younger, but it still is rather a shock to see how carelessly Esau gives away what is by birth his right all for a simple bowl of stew that will only satisfy his hunger for a little while. But how like Esau I can be.
Gen 25:26 After this, his brother came out, with his hand grasping Esau’s heel, so he was named Jacob.
I am struggling with lack of good, renewing sleep. Though probably technically not exhaustion, I certainly feel exhausted. There is a part of me that craves just a little more sleep this morning, but I know it comes at too high a cost—my prayer and devotional time. Still, I have to stay vigilant that my mind stays focused during my time with my Savior this morning.
Gen 25:32 “Look, I am about to die,” Esau said. “What good is the birthright to me?”
Lord, Thank You for this day, for this scripture, for this understanding of the importance of our time together each morning. Give me strength of purpose and focus, even if I am struggling with lack of sleep. My spiritual inheritance, my relationship with You, is more important than sleep. Help me to fix my eyes only on You. Draw me closer. Amen.
Gen 25:33 But Jacob said, “Swear to me first.” So he swore an oath to him, selling his birthright to Jacob.
Have a blessed day.
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