Preparing for September 24

24 September, Pentecost 16

Story: Genesis 27:1-4; 27:15-23; 28:10-17 (pp. 22, 23, 24, Pew Bible)

Message: Firstborn Promise

Focus: Go Bless

Reflection: Read this week’s scripture. Which action stands out most for you: is it Jacob’s deceit? His fear? His awe? Thank God for action in your life that has led to great blessing or created a feeling of awe.

Hymns We Will Sing:

*HYMN #39                 “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”                       (FAITHFULNESS)

*HYMN #442                      “Just as I Am, without One Plea”                  (WOODWORTH)

*HYMN #839                    “Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine”                    (ASSURANCE)