Through The Bible - Tamil - 03 (Genesis - 3) by Zac Poonen
Summary
The sermon reviews passages from Genesis, focusing on the lives of Isaac, Jacob, and the warnings embedded in their stories. Key themes include the danger of favoritism (like Esau's food), the importance of parental guidance, and the consequences of poor decisions, as seen in Jacob's deception of Isaac. Ultimately, the message emphasizes that God's purpose for our lives is persistent, and we must remain attentive to God's guidance, even when we are alone.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The Birth of Isaac's ChildrenGenesis chapter 25 begins with the birth of Isaac's two children and highlights how God's promises should lead us to prayer.
Jacob Grabbing the BirthrightJacob is born holding Esau's heel, and later family partiality driven by a love for food creates deep confusion and division.
Isaac's Fear and God's BlessingIsaac falls into fear just like Abraham did, but God appears to him and blesses him because of his righteous actions and peacefulness with others.
Esau's Marriage and Family GriefEsau marries Hittite women without care, bringing grief to his parents because Isaac failed to guide him in finding a godly wife.
The Closing Years of IsaacIn chapter 27, Isaac prepares to bless Esau based on his preference for food rather than seeking God's will.
Jacob Deceives Isaac for the BlessingJacob goes in and deceives Isaac, getting the blessing, which shows that the means to reach an end must also be godly.
The Vision at BethelJacob sees a ladder going from earth to heaven at Bethel, which is a picture of Jesus Christ as the mediator between God and man.
Jacob Seeks to Marry RachelJacob arrives at Laban's place and wants to marry Rachel based on physical beauty rather than seeking God's will.
Laban Deceives JacobLaban tricks Jacob into marrying Leah first through a feast and a veiled bride, leading Jacob to serve another seven years.
Jacob's Second Encounter with GodGod pursues Jacob and breaks him, dislocating his hip as Jacob desperately demands a blessing from God.
Joseph's Prophetic DreamsAt seventeen years of age, Joseph demonstrates a hunger for God and receives prophetic dreams, contrasting with worldly desires.
Judah and Tamar's LineageDespite Judah's sin with his daughter-in-law, the child born from this relationship is placed in the genealogy of Jesus Christ.
Joseph Sold and Imprisoned in EgyptJoseph is sold into Egypt as a slave, falsely accused by his master's wife, and put into jail, yet God's plan is fulfilled through it all.
Famine and Family ReconciliationPeople from all over the earth come to Egypt to buy grain from Joseph, leading to the reunion with his brothers and Jacob blessing Joseph's children.
