The Supplanter, Transformed into Israel, the Prince of God.
No other Bible character represents more fully the conflict between the lower and the higher nature, than does that of Jacob.
Beginning on the down grade, at times it reaches glorious heights, only to sink again into the sordid struggle for gain. But it emerges at the very last upon the plane of triumphant faith.
No, devout reader who studies the history of this man's career can doubt that he was a chosen instrument of God in spite of all his weaknesses.
Key thoughts: There are two key thoughts which open up his life and throw light upon his history.
1- The unhappiness produced by family trouble and polygamy. "This fact is illustrated throughout his entire career.
2- The transforming power of fellowship with God.
This truth shines clearly through all the loftier experiences of this chosen man.
I. Early life: Down grade, domestic trouble.
A. He cheats his brother, Esau, out of his birthright. Gen 25:29-34
B. He deceives his aged father. Gen. 27- 1-29
C. Compelled to flee for his life, it is arranged that he shall go to Haran to choose a wife. Gen. 27:41 & Chap. 28:1-5
D. A night experience on a higher level..... The spiritual vision and a vow at Bethal. Gen. 28:10-22
II. In Haran... family trouble continues.
E. THe romance of love spoiled by deception concerning his marriage. Chap.29: 15-30
F. The long and sordid struggle with his father-in-law, and the jealously between his wives. Gen 30:1-43
G. An upward movement, the divine call to return to the promised land, Chap 31:3
Departing secertly he is pursued by his father-in-law. Chap 31
H. on his pathway of obedience he is met by angelic messengers. chap. 32:1,2
ANOTHER GREAT SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE.
I.The alarm at his brother's approach with four hundred men causes him to resort to prayer. Gen 32: 3-12
J.He spends the night wrestling with an angel in desperate entreaty He gains the 'victory' and his named is changed to "Israel". Gen. 32: 24-32 He has an affectionate meeting with his brother, Esau. Gen 33:1-16
K. His daughter Dinah is defiled. Gen 34: 1-5
L. In a spirit of revenge his sons bring trouble upon him. Gen 34: 7- 31
M. Arriving at Bethel, he remembers his former vision there and builds an altar. Gen 35: 1-15
III. His Later Years: Domestic trouble still continues.
N. Parental partiality and family jealousy leads to Joseph being sold to Egypt. Gen 37: 1- 36
O. Other family troubles. Gen. 38: 1-30
P. Joseph's exaltation and divine call to Egypt. Gen 39 - 45 & 46: 1-4
His Last Days:
Q. Dying he blesses his grandsons and sons. Gen. 48-49
R. By many it is thought he prophesied the coming of the Messiah. Gen 49:10
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Sunday, September 23, 2007
A Powerful Prayer
Heavenly Father,
I pray this prayer in the power of the Holy Spirit,by the authority of the written word of God and Victory of Jesus Christ's shed blood, and the word in Matthew 16:19. I bind, rebuke, and bring to no effect: All division, discord, disunity and disrespect; all rebellion, disobedience, confusion, and disorder; all strife, anger, wrath, murder, hatred and violence; all criticism, condemnation, vain glory, envying, jealousy, and gossip; all slander, evil speaking and filthy communications out of people's mouths; all lying, hindering, or retaliatory spirits; all deceiving and scorning spirits; all false teaching, false gifts, manifestations and lying signs and wonders; all poverty, lack or want, all fear of lack; all harassing and obscene spirits; all fear and fear related spirits; all murmuring and complaining, seducing spirits, and spirits of the Antichrist. I break: all curses that have been placed on us, all the power of negative words and attitudes coming out of the mouths of people, all generational curses and diseases. I break and render useless: all prayers not inspired by the Holy Spirit, whether psychic, soul force, witchcraft, or counterfeit tongues that have been placed against me. I am free from all demonic force- For who the Son sets free, is free indeed!! I am subject to God and I resist the devil and he flees from me in terror! For no tongue, no weapon, no evil, no destruction, no tragedy shall prosper against me, for I escape from the snare of the devil. I put on the whole armor of God. I gird my loins with truth. I put on the breastplate of righteousness; my feet shod with the preparation of the Gospel of peace. I take the shield of faith and quench every fiery dart. I have the helmet of salvation and the sword of the spirit. My steps are ordered of the Lord. The Holy Spirit leads me into all truth. I discern between the righteous and wicked, between him that serves God and him that does not. I take authority over this day in Jesus name. Lord, let it be prosperous for me. Let me walk in your love and show forth your glory in the earth. I take authority over Satan and all of his demons and those people who are influenced by them. I declare Satan is under my feet and shall remain there this entire day. I plead the blood of Jesus, a wall of fire, a band of angels, and raise up a standard and hedge of thorns over every area of my life. I am the righteousness of God and I am saying so. I have the God kind of faith, ever increasing and limitless faith. I am God's property! So, satan, get out of my life, my family, my mind, my job, my body, my home, my finances, and all that concerns me! I pray for the ministry that you, Lord have called me to be a part of. I call in financial support so that we can do the work, unhindered by lack. I call in ministry helps to assist in the work. I call forth intercessors to, at all times, hold us up in prayer. I pray that all who are involved are perfectly united in our common understanding, opinions, and judgements. We stand firm in united spirit and purpose, working side by side, centering in on the Gospel. We live in harmony and unity, sharing the same love and vision. We do nothing through strife or vain glory. We follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness and long suffering. We draw neigh to God and God draws neigh to us. I am called, anointed and equipped to accomplish all God has called me to do. I overcome by the blood of the lamb and the word of my testimony. Father, I thank you as I proclaim your word and yield to your will, that you will dispatch ministering and warring Angels to protect and assist me this day. I rebuke any negative expectation. I forgive all people! I receive from the Lord, for He is my provider. I call divine appointments, open doors of opportunity, God- ordained supernatural encounters, ministry appointments and positions. I declare it so, in Jesus name. May the Lord perfect that which concerns me. Amen
I pray this prayer in the power of the Holy Spirit,by the authority of the written word of God and Victory of Jesus Christ's shed blood, and the word in Matthew 16:19. I bind, rebuke, and bring to no effect: All division, discord, disunity and disrespect; all rebellion, disobedience, confusion, and disorder; all strife, anger, wrath, murder, hatred and violence; all criticism, condemnation, vain glory, envying, jealousy, and gossip; all slander, evil speaking and filthy communications out of people's mouths; all lying, hindering, or retaliatory spirits; all deceiving and scorning spirits; all false teaching, false gifts, manifestations and lying signs and wonders; all poverty, lack or want, all fear of lack; all harassing and obscene spirits; all fear and fear related spirits; all murmuring and complaining, seducing spirits, and spirits of the Antichrist. I break: all curses that have been placed on us, all the power of negative words and attitudes coming out of the mouths of people, all generational curses and diseases. I break and render useless: all prayers not inspired by the Holy Spirit, whether psychic, soul force, witchcraft, or counterfeit tongues that have been placed against me. I am free from all demonic force- For who the Son sets free, is free indeed!! I am subject to God and I resist the devil and he flees from me in terror! For no tongue, no weapon, no evil, no destruction, no tragedy shall prosper against me, for I escape from the snare of the devil. I put on the whole armor of God. I gird my loins with truth. I put on the breastplate of righteousness; my feet shod with the preparation of the Gospel of peace. I take the shield of faith and quench every fiery dart. I have the helmet of salvation and the sword of the spirit. My steps are ordered of the Lord. The Holy Spirit leads me into all truth. I discern between the righteous and wicked, between him that serves God and him that does not. I take authority over this day in Jesus name. Lord, let it be prosperous for me. Let me walk in your love and show forth your glory in the earth. I take authority over Satan and all of his demons and those people who are influenced by them. I declare Satan is under my feet and shall remain there this entire day. I plead the blood of Jesus, a wall of fire, a band of angels, and raise up a standard and hedge of thorns over every area of my life. I am the righteousness of God and I am saying so. I have the God kind of faith, ever increasing and limitless faith. I am God's property! So, satan, get out of my life, my family, my mind, my job, my body, my home, my finances, and all that concerns me! I pray for the ministry that you, Lord have called me to be a part of. I call in financial support so that we can do the work, unhindered by lack. I call in ministry helps to assist in the work. I call forth intercessors to, at all times, hold us up in prayer. I pray that all who are involved are perfectly united in our common understanding, opinions, and judgements. We stand firm in united spirit and purpose, working side by side, centering in on the Gospel. We live in harmony and unity, sharing the same love and vision. We do nothing through strife or vain glory. We follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness and long suffering. We draw neigh to God and God draws neigh to us. I am called, anointed and equipped to accomplish all God has called me to do. I overcome by the blood of the lamb and the word of my testimony. Father, I thank you as I proclaim your word and yield to your will, that you will dispatch ministering and warring Angels to protect and assist me this day. I rebuke any negative expectation. I forgive all people! I receive from the Lord, for He is my provider. I call divine appointments, open doors of opportunity, God- ordained supernatural encounters, ministry appointments and positions. I declare it so, in Jesus name. May the Lord perfect that which concerns me. Amen
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