followHIM Genesis 24-33 Part 2 • Bro. Mike Harris • Mar. 2-8 • Come, Follow Me
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Feb 25, 2026 
Mike Harris, religious educator specializing in the Old Testament and Come, Follow Me study, explores Genesis 24–33 with focus on Jacob and Esau. He examines rivalry, the meaning of birthright and covenant, Jacob’s night wrestling as a temple-like transformation, and the surprising path to reconciliation. Short, thoughtful reflections link ancient scenes to later covenant patterns and modern healing stories.
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Don't Sell Your Birthright For Short-Term Pleasures
- Do not trade long-term covenant blessings for short-term pleasure; avoid Esau's temptation to sell the birthright for a momentary gain.
- Harris and Brad Wilcox warn: resist worldly distractions and keep covenant commitments.
Hate Targets Covenant Rejection Not The Person
- "Hate" of Esau functions typologically: God hates the rejection of covenant, not the person, using hyperbole to condemn covenant-breaking.
- Harris frames Esau as a symbol for the godless and jealous who spit upon covenants.
Student DM About Dating A Nonmember
- A student asked whether dating or marrying a nonmember is acceptable, illustrating real covenant pressure points.
- Harris responds empathetically: covenants matter, and careful, nonjudgmental counsel is needed in tricky cases.