DAY 94: God Assures Jacob at Beersheba

Bible Plan Reading: Genesis 46:1-7; Acts 7:14-15

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Even good news can come with fear. Jacob has learned Joseph is alive, but going to Egypt is still a massive move.

Israel sets out with everything he has and comes to Beersheba, where He offers sacrifices to the God of his father Isaac. God speaks to him in visions of the night and calls His name.

Acts 7 summarizes this move by saying Joseph sent for Jacob and the whole family, and Jacob went down into Egypt, where he eventually died. That context helps you see Genesis 46 as a turning point.

God goes with His people into unfamiliar places. He does not only bless them in the land they already know.

Jacob goes down to Egypt with God’s promise that He will not be abandoned. Jesus goes down into death itself to bring His people up into life.

Before making or reacting to a transition, pause to worship. Speak one truth about who God is, then name the fear directly.

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REFLECT & RESPOND

Key Line: God’s presence can make an unfamiliar place part of His promise.

Reflection Question: What transition are you facing where you need to hear God’s “Do not be afraid”?

Practice: Name one fear about a transition, then speak one truth about God over it.

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PRAYER

God, You know the transitions that make me afraid. Thank You that Your presence is not limited to familiar places. Go with me where I do not feel in control.