Date: 01-09-2021

Title: Desperation

(S) cripture:
    Genesis 27:34-36 (NLT2) When Esau heard his father’s words, he let out a loud and bitter cry. “Oh my father, what about me? Bless me, too!” he begged. 35 But Isaac said, “Your brother was here, and he tricked me. He has taken away your blessing.” 36 Esau exclaimed, “No wonder his name is Jacob, for now he has cheated me twice. First he took my rights as the firstborn, and now he has stolen my blessing. Oh, haven’t you saved even one blessing for me?”

(O) bservation:
    Earlier Esau traded his birthright for a bowl of soup and now Jacob has taken his blessing. In the first he gave away his rights as the firstborn and now his blessing is gone. He cries in desperation for a blessing from his father, Isaac.

(A) pplication:
    Desperation causes us to make some poor decisions that impact our whole lives. In desperation for a meal Esau gave away his place in the family. Desperation is a sign of not trusting the Lord. When I am desperate, I make selfish choices because I am not trusting in God’s promise, presence or provision for me. Today I will again focus my thoughts on the Lord and his provision. I am reminded of Philippians 4:11-13 (NLT2) 11 Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. 12 I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. 13 For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Today I will trust and not be desperate because I, too, can live in any circumstance by the power of Christ.

(P) rayer:
    Lord, thank you for your promise to provide in every circumstance. Remind me of your promise when I feel desperation coming on. I want to be content in you and to be used by you. Let me live in such a way that others will follow you too.