Rev. Hans Fiene, pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Crestwood, MO joins Rev. Finnern to study Genesis 32.

Jacob wanted to calm the storm of past sins through goats, rams, camels, calves, and bulls. We fall into the same temptation that we can give a clear conscience and reconcile with others based on our actions. Even though Jacob had all the best laid out plans, He found himself with God face to face and a reconciled relationship with his brother separate from his merit, but a gift from the LORD. Our God is not one who stays away from His people, but comes near and blesses us. “Lord God, as we are surrounded by tribulation, come to us and bless us again. Come to us and help us to cling to You, as Jacob would not let You go. Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy. Amen”