God blesses Jacob with success in breeding his flock which ultimately leads to his flight from Laban’s house. 

First Half of Story

• Jacob negotiates his wages. (30 v.25-36)
• Jacob breeds the flocks to his advantage (30 v.37-43)

Second Half of Story

• Jacob prepares to leave Laban's house (31 v.1-16)
• Jacob's family leaves (31 v.17-24)
• Laban confronts Jacob (31 v.25-42)
• Jacob and Laban make a covenant (31 v.43-55)