Terry wrote: > I have trouble understanding this too, David. > Why did God choose to love Jacob? I can > see His love for Abraham. Abe never questioned > God, never took advantage of others, never hesitated > to follow directions, but Jacob promised to tithe "IF". > He conned his brother, took advantage of his father-in-law, > and lied to his father. The only thing that I like about seeing > Jacob being blessed is that it shows how merciful God is. > Tell me what you see to admire in this man.
What I admire about Jacob is his ability to persevere. Keep in mind that God created Jacob the way he was. He does not choose to love us because of how we are; rather, he chooses to love us and then creates us the way he wants us to be. Jacob had some faults to work out just like the rest of us, but his ability to persevere was that attribute that God praised and has called our attention toward. It is an important element of faith. Peace be with you. David Miller. ---------- "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) http://www.InnGlory.org If you do not want to receive posts from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and you will be unsubscribed. If you have a friend who wants to join, tell him to send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he will be subscribed.
