5:16 Podcast
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Prophecy According to God | Genesis 49
This Sunday, we will be exploring Genesis 49, Prophecy According to God.
Jacob is on his death bed. Hospice has been called in. The time of his death is quickly nearing.
But in a last moment of strength, Jacob calls all of his sons into the room. He speaks as their father. He speaks as a prophet. He speaks as a man who has weathered the storms of life and experienced both the firm discipline and gentle grace of the Lord.
He addresses each of his sons. He describes their character. He warns them of their weaknesses and sinful tendencies. He prophesies about their future. He sees the salvation of God coming through their seed.
Chapter 49 is one of the most difficult passages in Genesis to interpret. It is also one of the longest and oldest poems in ancient history.
Amazingly, it is also an appropriate Christmas passage as it prophesies about the coming Lion of Judah, Shiloh, the Prince of Peace, the Savior of the world!
May we see ourselves in this passage and may we see the beauty, power, and majesty of our Savior, Jesus Christ!