Genesis 28

Genesis 28

“And he dreamed. And behold! A ladder was set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to Heaven! And behold! The angels of God were ascending and descending on it!” (Genesis 28:12)

Throughout our studies we have had an emphasis on faith. It is hard to be a man of faith if you are not dwelling on the things of the Lord. Jacob dreamed of heaven. Jacob dreamed of the promises of God. Although it becomes clear that this dream was divine, sent from the Lord, I believe Jacob’s mind was set on these things. Jacob wanted to know this promise, and the Lord answered.

It is amazing how the things you dwell on come out in your everyday life. As we grow older we learn how to hide it better. Luke 6:45 reminds us, “A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth the good. And an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth the evil. For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.”

If you are looking to be a man or woman of faith dwell on the things of the Lord. We are to love the Lord our God with our heart, soul, and mind. It will be apparent what you’re thinking about. We cannot hold everything in. I so appreciate those people who are always talking about the things of the Lord. They are just always thinking about it. I challenge you, this week, when you are hanging out with friends talk about the Lord. Talk about what He is doing in your life. Build up your faith.

“For I will not leave you until I have done what I have spoken to you” (Genesis 28:15). God has given us all promise of hope. He will not abandon us until He has accomplished the work. When the work is accomplished, He will start a new one!