Jacob and Esau

God’s grace working through a dysfunctional family

The story of Jacob is the story of a man who does not really listen to God's promises, but thinks that he can get what he wants through cunning and deceit. It will take many years before Jacob learns to trust God's promises, in the meantime his own sin causes lots of problems in his life. Nevertheless God continues to bless Jacob. God's blessings do not come because of our obedience or faith but because of his promises.

Jacob’s Family

OT2-02 Joseph’s Troubles

The Lord was with Joseph and, through him, saved Joseph’s family and others. God promises to be with us in every situation, and through His Son, Jesus, & descendant of Joseph’s brother Judah, God saves us from our sin.

OT2-03 Joseph Feeds Egypt

God used Joseph to save His people, all Egypt, and other nations from famine. He sent His Son, Jesus, to save all humanity from sin, death, and the devil. Pictures of bakers carrying bread on their head: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/05/c8/1e/05c81e013e611dbcf83ea7d470bb1692.jpg https://c8.alamy.com/comp/BM9CF3/bread-delivery-on-the-streets-of-islamic-cairocairoegypt-BM9CF3.jpg http://www.middleeasteye.net/sites/default/files/images-story/2021-08-03T095625Z_1456724390_RC2LXO9QZ40C_RTRMADP_3_EGYPT-COMMODITIES-BREAD.JPG

OT2-04 Joseph Forgives

Joseph revealed himself to his brothers and forgave them. Our Lord Jesus Christ reveals Himself to us and forgives us in His Holy Word and Sacraments.

An Angel Announces the Birth of Jesus

Unit 7 Lesson 1 The lesson this week is “An Angel Announces.” Mary receives an angelic announcement telling her that, despite her virginity, she will give birth to the long-awaited Savior. The child in Elizabeth’s womb leaps within her when the mother of the promised Messiah approaches. Elizabeth rejoices in the reaction and welcomes Mary to stay with her for a time. Mary’s song of praise, the Magnificat, resounds in the Church to this day.

Mary Visits Elizabeth

Unit 7 Lesson 1 Part B The child in Elizabeth’s womb leaps within her when the mother of the promised Messiah approaches. Elizabeth rejoices in the reaction and welcomes Mary to stay with her for a time. Mary’s song of praise, the Magnificat, resounds in the Church to this day.