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Day 17 – Mercy Over Sacrifice and the Legacy of a New Name
In today’s episode, we dive into Genesis 35–36, where Jacob returns to Bethel, mourns the death of Rachel, and receives God’s reaffirmation of his name—Israel. We also explore the genealogy of Esau and what it reveals about God’s bigger plan. In Matthew 12, Jesus challenges religious legalism, prioritizing mercy over sacrifice and fulfilling prophecy through quiet strength. Psalm 15 defines what it means to live with integrity, and Proverbs 3 reminds us that wisdom offers peace and protection.
Talon reflects on spiritual milestones, the ongoing struggle between old and new identity, and how we can live out Jesus’ example of compassion. Plus: Why is Jacob still called “Jacob” after God renamed him? And why don’t Christians change their names today?
Key Verse:
Matthew 12:7 – “If you had known what these words mean, ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice,’ you would not have condemned the innocent.”
Music Credit:
“Fly” by All Good Folks
Sources:
BibleRef.com
EnduringWord.com
BlueLetterBible.org
GotQuestions.org
DesiringGod.org
BibleGateway
StudyLight.org
Logos commentary
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By A Year in the WordIn today’s episode, we dive into Genesis 35–36, where Jacob returns to Bethel, mourns the death of Rachel, and receives God’s reaffirmation of his name—Israel. We also explore the genealogy of Esau and what it reveals about God’s bigger plan. In Matthew 12, Jesus challenges religious legalism, prioritizing mercy over sacrifice and fulfilling prophecy through quiet strength. Psalm 15 defines what it means to live with integrity, and Proverbs 3 reminds us that wisdom offers peace and protection.
Talon reflects on spiritual milestones, the ongoing struggle between old and new identity, and how we can live out Jesus’ example of compassion. Plus: Why is Jacob still called “Jacob” after God renamed him? And why don’t Christians change their names today?
Key Verse:
Matthew 12:7 – “If you had known what these words mean, ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice,’ you would not have condemned the innocent.”
Music Credit:
“Fly” by All Good Folks
Sources:
BibleRef.com
EnduringWord.com
BlueLetterBible.org
GotQuestions.org
DesiringGod.org
BibleGateway
StudyLight.org
Logos commentary