This story of Jacob takes place around 1900 BC in Genesis 32 and 33. That tells us that anxiety is NOT a new issue.  

The main emphasis of this story is a look into Jacob's very real fear of the future.

Insights to Note: 

• Tells us the story of Jacob's inner conflict with his brother Esau
• Reveals Jacob's great fear and distress with confrontation
• Shows Jacob's human reaction to the fear he faced
• Gives us Jacob's dependence prayer on Yahweh in the face of fear, anxiety, and stress
• Reveals God's desire to stay with Jacob throughout fearful and overwhelming situations
• Shows how God helped Jacob to reconcile with his brother Esau

Episode Highlights:

00:26 - Understanding Anxiety in a Biblical Context

03:17 - Jacob's Early Life and Family Dynamics

06:15 - Jacob's Encounter with God

19:59 - Transformation from Jacob to Israel

23:54 - Reconciliation with Esau

28:01 - Faith, Trust, and Overcoming Anxiety with God's Help

31:41 - The Importance of Forgiveness