Classroom•Jacob
Module 2

Isaac’s Story and Jacob’s Deception

Like father, like son: Isaac repeats the deception of his father, Abraham. Study these chapters to see how this pattern shapes Jacob’s life.

3 Hours 19 Minutes
Begin Session 6
Isaac’s Story and Jacob’s Deception
Notebook
Sessions
  1. Isaac Deceives Abimelech
    Session 6
    Isaac Deceives Abimelech
    Haven’t we heard this story before? Trace the developing theme of deception as Isaac repeats the folly of his father.
    30 Minutes
  2. Eden Springs in a Dry Land
    Session 7
    Eden Springs in a Dry Land
    God provides Isaac with water in a dry land, but this blessing stirs up jealousy in Isaac’s neighbors. Discover how this story develops established themes.
    32 Minutes
  3. Reconciled Through Covenant
    Session 8
    Reconciled Through Covenant
    How will Isaac be a blessing to the nations if he is in conflict with them? Learn how reconciliation through covenant gives us a glimpse of new creation.
    30 Minutes
  4. Rebekah’s Plan to Deceive Isaac
    Session 9
    Rebekah’s Plan to Deceive Isaac
    Where did Jacob learn his deceptive ways? Meditate on how the children in the next generation replay the failures of their ancestors.
    37 Minutes
  5. Isaac Blesses Jacob
    Session 10
    Isaac Blesses Jacob
    In mirrored scenes, Isaac speaks blessing and non-blessing over his sons. Contrast these two to see how the Eden blessing has been flipped upside-down.
    37 Minutes
  6. Parting of the Brothers
    Session 11
    Parting of the Brothers
    The consequences of Jacob’s deceptions begin to hit home. Contemplate the separation of the brothers as it sets the stage for what’s to come.
    31 Minutes
  7. Quiz
    Isaac’s Story and Jacob’s Deception
    9 Questions