The story of Jacob and Esau is a great example of how anger works out in a family situation.
Esau and Jacob were twins, and Esau was the oldest. When their father is fooled into giving Jacob the birthright, Esau can’t get ahold of his anger. We’re told that Esau held a grudge against Jacob and consoled himself with thoughts of killing Jacob. And when Esau’s ... Show More
Jan 2025
Day 17: Jacob Meets Esau (2025)
Fr. Mike dives into the love Jacob has for God, and how this is shown when Jacob meets Esau. Today's readings are Genesis 33-34, Job 23-24, and Proverbs 3:13-18.
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20m 45s
Jul 2024
Genesis: The Blessing And The Betrayal
Jacob must have been one rotten kid!
In spite of God’s clear direction, and although his other son was a numskull, Isaac did not want Jacob to receive his blessing. If it were up to Isaac, it would be Esau who would carry the family line forward. Jacob was not an option. However, ... Show More
28m 21s
Feb 2024
The Dreams of Joseph - The Book of Genesis (2024)
In this Bible Story, Jacob favors his youngest son Joseph, bringing contempt to his brothers. Joseph is given a coat of many colors by his father and the brothers sell Joseph into slavery, lying to their father about his death. This story is inspired by Genesis 37 & 39:20. Go to ... Show More
17m 49s
Mar 2025
God Makes a Donkey Speak - The Book of Numbers
In this Bible Story, Balak, king of Moab, is threatened by the vast number of Israel and sends for Balaam to curse Israel. As Balaam is on the road to meet Balak, God causes Balaam’s donkey to speak. This story is inspired by Numbers 22:1-35. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the ... Show More
15m 39s
Mar 2025
Day 63: Israel's Rebellion (2025)
In our reading of Numbers 14 today, Fr. Mike highlights how the rebellion of the Israelites which was marked by distrust and fear, will have consequences for their children. We also read today Deuteronomy 12, and Psalm 95.
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22m 30s
Sep 2
The Bible Commands us to "Be Angry"?
Why did God give us the passion of anger? Dr. Sri examines both the virtue of righteous anger, which seeks to restore justice and harmony, and the pitfalls of sinful anger and unreasonable patience.
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25m 51s