Jacob takes the road to Israel, anticipating a fight with Esau but facing another battle with the Angel of the Lord along the way. (Gene Pensiero Jr.)

Jacob can’t get away from Laban before they have a tense showdown, marking out who gets what, dived by a rock monument. (Gene Pensiero Jr)

Laban tries hard to cheat Jacob out of the deal they make, but as always God is working behind the scenes. (Gene Pensiero Jr)

Rachel and Leah use Jacob and their sons as pawns in a bitter birthing war. (Gene Pensiero Jr)

Jacob works seven years for Rachel, but is deceived when Laban gives him Leah instead, showing that you reap what you sow. (Gene Pensiero Jr)

Jacob arrives in Haran and meets Rachel, but not before telling some strangers how they should tend their sheep. (Gene Pensiero Jr)

The family of faith work hard to solve their problems, but all forget to go God’s way. (Gene Pensiero Jr)

Jacob and Rebekah catfish Isaac to steal Esau’s blessing, while Isaac tries to defy the command of God. (Gene Pensiero Jr)

Isaac reacts to different provocations that come against him from famine, fear, foes, and family. (Gene Pensiero Jr)

The family of faith drifts into selfishness, culminating in Jacob’s famous red soup being traded to Esau for his birthright. (Gene Pensiero Jr)