Children are astute in observing parental responses to
their personalities, behaviors and giftedness. A parent may give consent to
unacceptable behavior knowing it builds a bridge to trouble. This dynamic
existed between Rebekah and her favorite son Jacob. It was an unhealthy
alliance that permitted Jacob to trade a bowl of soup for his brother Esau’s birthright.
You might
side with Jacob and say Esau shouldn’t have been so stupid. That trade could be
compared to swapping a four-year college education for a combo meal at a fast
food restaurant. Anger and remorse are emotions felt toward oneself or others
after an impulsive act, but Jacob apparently didn’t feel guilt or shame for his
behavior.
Before
the twins’ birth, God told Rebekah Jacob would rule over Esau, so she favored
Jacob, which meant her love was stronger for him. This being the case, it had
to have been obvious to both boys. God prefers parents love each child equally because
his love is unconditional. Let us give thanks and praise to him for this wonderful
blessing.
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