Morning: The Cost of Deception

In this message from our Genesis series, we look at the story of Jacob, Esau, Isaac, and Rebekah in Genesis 27—a story shaped by deception, manipulation, and broken trust.As Jacob disguises himself to receive his father’s blessing, we reflect on the cost of trying to take control instead of waiting on God. Though Jacob receives the blessing, the fallout affects his family for years to come.This passage invites us to consider:• Are there times we’ve taken matters into our own hands rather than trusting God?• Have we been tempted to force outcomes, even with good intentions?• What does it mean to wait patiently and faithfully for God to fulfil His promises?Despite the failures in this story, we see God’s grace at work. Jacob’s journey reminds us that even in our weakness, God is faithful—and that His purposes are not dependent on our perfection.