Tag Archives: Genesis 49

last visit to Machpelah

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Jefferson Vann

Genesis 49:29 – 50:14 29 Then he commanded them and said to them, “I am to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is located in the field of Ephron the Hittite, 30 … Continue reading →

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a legacy of justice and grace

Posted on June 21, 2014 by Jefferson Vann

Genesis 49:13-28 13 “Zebulun will stay at the shore of the sea; he wil become a safe place for ships, and his border shall be with Sidon. 14 “Issachar is a strong donkey, crouching among the sheepfolds. 15 He saw … Continue reading →

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building up a spiritual legacy

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Jefferson Vann

Genesis 49:1-12 1 At that time Jacob called his sons and told them, “Collect yourselves together, that I may tell you what will happen to you in days to come. 2 “Come together and listen, O sons of Jacob, listen … Continue reading →

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Jacob: blessing his sons, gathered to his people

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Genesis 49.  This passage reveals the strong connection that Jacob had with his sons. He knew them — their spiritual character. He had been given insight into their destiny. He also felt a spiritual connection with his loved ones who … Continue reading →

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