IIT UBF - University Bible Fellowship at IIT

Daily Bread

Key Verse: 28:15

First, God's vision to Jacob (1-17). Isaac gave Jacob the direction to go to Haran and marry one of Laban's daughters. Also, Isaac blessed Jacob with the covenant promise given to Abraham and Isaac. During Jacob's first night alone, the Lord appeared to Jacob in a vision with angels descending and ascending on a stairway to heaven. Then God extended his promise to give Jacob the land, to give him countless descendants, and to bless all people on earth through him. Practically, God guaranteed to protect Jacob and bring him home safely. God knew Jacob's selfishness, yet the Lord embraced him, shepherded him, and protected him when he was most vulnerable.

Second, Jacob's vow (18-22). In the morning, Jacob erected a pillar and made a vow that if God provided for him, protected him and brought him back, God would be his God. He would worship God and offer him a tithe. This selfish vow began Jacob's walk with God, and God would use it as his hook to capture Jacob's heart.

Prayer: Lord, you are much greater than my selfish desires. Help me to set my life direction in you.

One Word: God will not leave you until he has done everything he has promised