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What God Wants Us to Remember

Genesis 28:1-22

Introduction: September 11, 2005 - We remember

A. Jacob’s Departure (vv. 1-5)

Fear, loneliness, and destitution - But there is hope of deliverance

B. Esau’s Response (vv. 6-9)

I. God Meets Jacob’s Needs (vv. 10-15)

A. In a Lonely Place

B. In an Incredible Dream

1. The stairway = the great gulf and separation between heaven and earth

2. angel = messenger.

“They are all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them that are the heirs of salvation” Hebrews 1:14

(1)Angels protect and deliver believers through trials.- Psalm 91:11; Psalm 34:7; Isaiah 63:9; Daniel 3:28; Daniel 6:22; Acts 12:7-11

(2)Angels guide and lead believers in their ministry - Matthew 2:13; 1 Kings 19:5; Matthew 2:19-20; Acts 5:19; Acts 8:26

(3)Angels encourage believers - Matthew 18:10; Acts 27:23-25; Hebrews 1:14; Psalm 91:11).

(4)Angels escort believers into heaven. - Luke 16:22

3. The stairway is a way that has been provided for man to reach heaven - John 1:51

C. With a Powerful Message

1. The Purpose of His Blessing

2. The Promises of His Message

a) I am with you

b) I will keep you

c) I will bring you back

d) I will not leave you

II. Jacob’s Response to God (vv. 16-22)

A. He Understood God Better and Was Afraid

Proverbs 1:7

Proverbs 9:10

B. He Made Sure He Would Not Forget

C. He Committed Himself to God (vv. 20-22)

1. His vow

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2. The Principles

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