1. Genesis 25

2. But there’s a problem… “But Mother!” Jacob replied. “He won’t be fooled that easily. Think how hairy Esau is and how smooth my skin is!

3. Even MORE suspicious… “Come here and kiss me, my son.” So Jacob went over and kissed him. And when Isaac caught the smell of his clothes, he was finally convinced, and he blessed his son.

4. ESAU FINDS OUT! Isaac said, “Your brother was here, and he tricked me. He has carried away your blessing.” Esau pleaded, “Not one blessing left for me? O my father, bless me, too!” Then Esau broke down and wept.

5. Hebrews 12:16 Make sure that no one is immoral or godless like Esau, who traded his birthright as the firstborn son for a single meal. v17 You know that afterward, when he wanted his father’s blessing, he was rejected. It was too late for repentance, even though he begged with bitter tears.

6. No Hunger Can Match God’s Will Appetites build nothing.God builds value Choice is Controlled, Outcome is not. Others are affectedThey get a turn, too! Decisions Can Become Irreversible Decisions build a life.…and set your value.

7. Important Very Important PhysicalSpiritual EasyNot-so-Easy Satisfying Appetites Building Value TemporaryEternal Your Inheritance… 10 For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. Ephesians 2:10 (NLT) Your Inheritance… 10 For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)

8. ESAU (LOSER)JACOB (WINNER) Apathetic about God Romans 9:13 (NLT) In the words of the Scriptures, “I loved Jacob, but I rejected Esau.”

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