Key 2536 – Genesis 30: Jacob’s Children
When considered more deeply, Genesis 30 reveals much more than a soap opera rivalry between Jacob’s wives. The names of handmaids and children all had…
Key 2535 – Genesis 29: Watering the Sheep
In this review of Genesis 29, we consider the true significance of symbols like the well of Beersheba, watering the sheep, and placing a stone…
Key 2534 – Genesis 29: Jacob’s Two Wives
Is there a practical interpretation of the wild story known as “Jacob’s Ladder”? What is the lesson of Jacob working 14 year for his wives?…
Key 2533 – Genesis 28: Jacob Goes to Haran
In Genesis 28, Jacob leaves Beersheba and goes toward Haran. This is insignificant trivia if we simply consider them geographical locations. But when we understand…
Key 2532 – Genesis 27: Looking Deeper
Genesis is full of key metaphors that should serve as a foundation for understanding the rest of the bible and having a significant impact within…
Key 2531 – Genesis 27: Jacob Steals Esau’s Blessing
Genesis 27 details how Jacob deceived his father to receive the blessing that was meant for his brother. He reaps 21 years of consequences which…
Key 2530 – Genesis 26: Isaac in Gerar
In Genesis 26, Isaac’s interaction with the king Abimelech in Garar is a repeat of Abraham’s experience a generation earlier. The two stories have much…
Key 2529 – Genesis 25: Abraham’s Descendants
Genesis 25 provides a record of Abraham’s descendants. Understanding the meaning of each of their names may provide more practical lessons than the story itself….
Key 2528 – Genesis 24: Union of Isaac & Rebekah
Genesis 24 seems to tell the story of the arranged marriage of Isaac and Rebekah. With more context and consideration, it is rich with relevance…
Key 2527 – Genesis 23: Abraham Bowed
After Sarah’s death in Genesis 23, we see Abraham “bowing” to the people of the land. Is this a parallel to Jesus washing the feet…