Genesis 48: Jacob Blesses Joseph's Sons - Beyond The Basics Bible Study Podcast

In this episode of the Beyond the Basics Bible Study Podcast, Jacob's blessing and adoption of Joseph's sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, mark a turning point in the passing of the birthright. This chapter points to Jesus as the true firstborn, emphasizing preeminence over birth order. Reflecting on this theme, we're reminded to surrender to Jesus' preeminence in our lives and seek wisdom.

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Sources:

Armstrong, S. (2013, June 30). Genesis 2011 - Lesson 48A. Verse By Verse Ministries. Retrieved March 16, 2024, from https://versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_48a

Wiersbe, W. W. (2010). Be Authentic: Exhibiting Real Faith in the Real World: OT Commentary, Genesis 25-50. David C. Cook.

Guzik, D. (2018). Genesis 48 - Jacob Blesses Joseph's Sons. Enduring Word. Retrieved March 16, 2024, from https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/genesis-48/

Sailhamer, J. H. (2008). The Expositor’s Bible Commentary (T. Longman & D. E. Garland, Eds.; Revised Edition). Zondervan.

Sychar. Bible Gateway. Retrieved March 16, 2024, from https://www.biblegateway.com/resources/encyclopedia-of-the-bible/Sychar

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