
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 14: Isaac Blesses Jacob (2024)
Jan 14, 2024
The podcast discusses Isaac blessing Jacob instead of Esau, leading to anger and revenge. Jacob has a dream about a ladder to heaven, receives promises from God, and flees to his uncle's house. It explores despair and hopelessness in the book of Job. The concept of permanent sacraments is linked to Jacob's irrevocable blessing. The topic of favoritism within families and the importance of love and unity is also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Isaac Blesses Jacob, Esau Plans Revenge, Jacob's Dream
02:03 • 8min
Despair and Hopelessness, Teaching and Guidance
10:31 • 4min
The Unchangeable Blessing and the Role of Deception
15:00 • 2min
Favoritism within Families and the Importance of Love and Unity
17:24 • 3min
