In this chapter we examine the topic of Mingling with Pagans. We learn from this that We need to demonstrate genuine faith. 

In vv. 1-3 we learned that 1) Mingling with pagans inevitably leads to defilement.

Then, in vv. 4-24 we saw that 2) Defilement often excites drastic reactions by those who are zealous but immature – especially when leaders are indifferent.

Now, in vv. 25-31 we learn that 3) Excessive acts of vengeance by believers profane the faith of the covenant community.

In this chapter we examine the topic of Mingling with Pagans. We learn from this that We need to demonstrate genuine faith.

In vv. 1-3 we learn that 1) Mingling with pagans inevitably leads to defilement.

Then, in vv. 4-24 we see that 2) Defilement often excites drastic reactions by those who are zealous but immature – especially when leaders are indifferent.

This entire chapter tells the story of reconciliation.

1. In vv. 1-11 we learn that 1) God is able to bring about reconciliation in spite of weak faith. 

2. Then, as we move on with vv. 12-17 we learn that 2) God’s ways may include the blessing of others and their own transformation.

3. Finally, in vv. 18-20, we see that 3) Believers need to acknowledge God’s work in their lives. 

This entire chapter tells the story of reconciliation.

In vv. 1-11 we learn that 1) God is able to bring about reconciliation in spite of weak faith.

In vv. 1-3 we see that a) Sometimes believers demonstrate weak faith.

Then, in vv. 3-7 we see that b) God can work in great ways despite our weak faith.

Gen. 32:22-32 cover Jacob's famous wrestling match. The broad topic at hand is that of "Striving With God," something we have all done at one point or another, no doubt.

In vv. 22-25 we looked at the fight itself and learn that 1) The Lord may occasionally cripple believers in order to bless them.

In vv. 26-29 we examined the idea that 2) The Lord Blesses the Dependent Believer with the prospects of Victory.

In v. 30 we note the response of Jacob, that 3) The Believer who realizes the true source of victory will become confident in the faith.

And, in vv. 31-32 we discuss 4) the Epilogue and form of the section.

Gen. 32:22-32 cover Jacob's famous wrestling match. The broad topic at hand is that of "Striving With God," something we have all done at one point or another, no doubt.

In vv. 22-25 we looked at the fight itself and learn that 1) The Lord may occasionally cripple believers in order to bless them.

In vv. 26-29 we started examining the idea that 2) The Lord Blesses the Dependent Believer with the prospects of Victory.

We continue that discussion, picking it up again in v. 28 with a lengthy discussion on the name Israel and what it actually means and the ramifications of the name, and how ultimately God did bless Jacob, just as he had asked.

Gen. 32:22-32 cover Jacob's famous wrestling match. The broad topic at hand is that of "Striving With God," something we have all done at one point or another, no doubt.

In vv. 22-25 we looked at the fight itself and learn that 1) The Lord may occasionally cripple believers in order to bless them.

Now, in vv. 26-29 we start examining the idea that 2) The Lord Blesses the Dependent Believer with the prospects of Victory.

Gen. 32:22-32 cover Jacob's famous wrestling match. The broad topic at hand is that of "Striving With God," something we have all done at one point or another, no doubt.

In vv. 22-25 we look at the fight itself and learn that 1) The Lord may occasionally cripple believers in order to bless them.

This section goes from 32:1-21 and covers the topic of Jacob's progressive growth in faith.

In vv. 1-2 we learned that 1) Believers can take comfort from God’s presence through angelic messengers.

Then, in vv. 3-8 we saw that 2) Believers may face threatening and dangerous situations.

Now, in vv. 9-12 we learn that 3) Believers may pray for God’s protection with confidence. We discover a great formula for prayer in these verses.

And in vv. 13-21 we see that 4) A lack of faith may cost the believer more than is necessary.

This section goes from 32:1-21 and covers the topic of Jacob's progressive growth in faith.

In vv. 1-2 we learned that 1) Believers can take comfort from God’s presence through angelic messengers.

Now, in vv. 3-8 we see that 2) Believers may face threatening and dangerous situations.