Scripture Union Daily Guide 6 July 2022 Devotional Message for Wednesday– Jacob Prepares to Return Home
SU Daily Guide 6th July 2022 Devotional for Wednesday
TOPIC: The Dreaded Meeting
OPENING PRAYER: Plant my steps in the sure promises of your word today, dear Lord.
SCRIPTURE: Genesis 33:1‐20
Scripture Union Daily Guide 6 July 2022 MESSAGE
Jacob’s prayer in 32:9‐11 shows how desperate he was with the thought of meeting his brother, Esau. That he resorted to praying shows how much faith he had in God. This faith was further strengthened after his encounter with the angel.
We must note that when our relationship with God is right, prayer can move any mountain (James 5:16). Thus equipped, it is not surprising to see Esau’s friendly attitude to Jacob (v.4, cf. Proverbs 16:7)).
What do you think of Jacob’s preparation to meet his brother in vs.1&2? While it is not wrong to plan, we must note that it is not our wise planning that gives victory but the Lord (Zechariah 4:6). That Esau accepted Jacob’s gifts after persuasion might mean that he forgave his brother reluctantly.
What do you think of Jacob’s objection to going with Esau’s team and his explanation? When in doubt of the sincerity of someone who wants to help you, ask God for wisdom to handle the situation.
God stood by His promise to help and protect Jacob. He led him and his family safely to Shechem. Jacob built an altar to appreciate the Lord who protected him. What do you learn from this?
Question(s) for Reflection
• Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
• What truth is God revealing to me in this passage?
Practice/Word Application
And so: Don’t forget to thank God when He answers your prayer.
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
• When surrounded by danger Lord, teach me to trust you completely.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with John 15:9
One Year Bible Reading Plan
2 Kings 9‐11; Psalms 61.
NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN
Wed, 06-Jul-2022
PRAYER FOCUS
WATCH OUT
For man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that that God desires.
James 1:10
THANK GOD FOR:
☀ The timely warnings in the bible against anger and the effect.
☀ The grace to avoid strife and dissension at all times.
PRAY FOR:
☛ Grace to keep knowing that we have died to the flesh so the spirit of anger cannot continue to control us.
☛ Deliberate decision to allow the Spirit of God to take absolute control even when we have disagreements.
☛ The peace of God that surpasses all understanding even when things go wrong.
PRAY AGAINST:
⚠ Increasing anger, which only indicates a toxic and negative emotion which is dangerous both to the owner and others.
⚠ Uncontrolled fits of anger as they only indicate that the flesh is still in control.
Scripture Union Daily Guide 6 July 2022. Scripture Union is an international, interdenominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God. Scripture Union Daily Guide 6 July 2022