5. Child of Promise
And you brethren, like Isaac,
are children of promise.
Galatians 4:28 5
6. Heir of all things
And if you belong to Christ, then you
are Abraham’s descendants, heirs
according to promise.
Galatians 3:29 6
7. Sonship
For it is written that Abraham had two
sons, one by the bondwoman and one
by the free woman.
Galatians 4:22 7
8. Type of Christ
By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered
up Isaac, and he who had received the promises
was offering up his only begotten son; it was he
to whom it was said,
Hebrews 11:17–19 8
9. Type of Christ
“IN ISAAC YOUR DESCENDANTS SHALL BE
CALLED.” He considered that God is able to raise
people even from the dead, from which he also
received him back as a type.
Hebrews 11:17–19 9
10. Similarities
1.Both fulfilled PROMISES:
Isaac was the long-promised son to Abraham (Genesis 12:3)
Jesus was the long-promised Messiah and Son of God (Genesis 3:15; 13:3, John 1:1-12)
2. Both were the ONLY SON of their father:
God said that Isaac was “Your son, your only son, whom you live…” to Abraham(Genesis 22: 2)
God said “This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased!” (Matthew 3:16, 17).
3. Both had a MIRACULOUS BIRTH:
Isaac was born to parents who were very old - Genesis 18:13.
Jesus was born of a virgin, Mary, and conceived by the Holy Spirit - Luke 1:34-35.
4. Both had a conception and birth that was PRE-ANNOUNCED - Genesis 18:10 & Luke 1:30–31.
5. Both were NAMED before their birth - Genesis 17:19 & Matthew 1:21.
6. Both were MOCKED and persecuted by their own kindred - Genesis 21:9 & Mark 15:29–32.
7. Both were UNDESERVING of their sacrificial death - Genesis 22:2, Luke 23:41.
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11. Similarities
8. Both were sacrificed near the very SAME PLACE - Genesis 22:3 & Matthew 27:33.
9. Both were LOVED by their fathers (Genesis 22:2; Matthew 3:16, 17).
10. Both had a THREE-DAY experience:
Isaac had a 3-day hike to Mt. Moriah.
Jesus had 3 days from the cross to the grave to the resurrection.
11. Both WERE accompanied by TWO MEN:
Isaac by two servants (Genesis 22:3)
Jesus by two thieves (Matthew 27:38)
12. Both carried their own WOOD:
Isaac carried the wood for his own sacrifice (Genesis 22:6).
Jesus carried the crossbeam of his cross (John 19:17).
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12. Similarities
13. Both SUBMITTED to their father:
Isaac willingly laid down his life, submitting to his father (Genesis 22:9).
Jesus submitted to his Father’s will and laid down his life for our sin (Luke 22:42,
Romans 5:8).
14. Both asked a QUESTION of their father:
Isaac asked Abraham “Here is the fire and the wood, Father, but where is the
lamb? (Gen. 22:7).
Jesus cried “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” from the cross
(Matthew 27:46).
15. Both were BROUGHT BACK from the dead:
Isaac was “brought back” figuratively (Genesis 22:12) by the faith of Abraham.
Jesus rose from the dead 3 days after he was crucified (Matthew 28:6-7).
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23. The LORD answers
Two nations are in your womb, and two
peoples from within you shall be divided;
the one shall be stronger than the other,
the older shall serve the younger.
Genesis 25:23 23
25. Time goes by
When her days to give birth were
completed, behold, there were twins in
her womb. The first came out red, all his
body like a hairy cloak, so they called his
Genesis 25:24–26 25
26. Time goes by
name Esau. Afterward his brother came
out with his hand holding Esau’s heel, so
his name was called Jacob. Isaac was sixty
years old when she bore them.
Genesis 25:24–26 26
28. Different as day and night
When the boys grew up, Esau was a skillful
hunter, a man of the field, while Jacob was
a quiet man, dwelling in tents.
Genesis 25:27–28 28
29. Different as day and night
Isaac loved Esau because he ate of his
game, but Rebekah loved Jacob.
Genesis 25:27–28 29
32. Some Good Some Bad
Everyone is different (So is the body of Christ)
We have diversity in calling
Favoritism never ends well. Cause rivalry and
Jealousy
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33. Time goes by
Once when Jacob
was cooking stew,
Esau came in from
the field, and he was
exhausted. And
Esau said to Jacob,
“Let me eat some of
that red stew, for I
am exhausted!”
(Therefore his name
was called Edom.) Genesis 25:29–30 33
34. Bartering for the future
Genesis 25:31 (ESV)
31 Jacob said, “Sell me your birthright now.”
Genesis 25:32 (ESV)
32 Esau said, “I am about to die; of what use is a birthright to me?”
Genesis 25:33 (ESV)
33 Jacob said, “Swear to me now.” So he swore to him and sold his
birthright to Jacob.
Genesis 25:33 (ESV)
33 Jacob said, “Swear to me now.” So he swore to him and sold his
birthright to Jacob.
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36. Infamous Act
Then Jacob gave Esau bread and
lentil stew, and he ate and drank
and rose and went his way. Thus
Esau despised his birthright.
Genesis 25:34 36
37. New Testament Application
See to it that no one fails to obtain the
grace of God; that no “root of bitterness”
springs up and causes trouble, and by it
many become defiled;
Hebrews 12:15–17 37
38. New Testament Application
that no one is sexually immoral or unholy
like Esau, who sold his birthright for a
single meal. For you know that afterward,
Hebrews 12:15–17 38
39. New Testament Application
when he desired to inherit the blessing, he
was rejected, for he found no chance to
repent, though he sought it with tears.
Hebrews 12:15–17 39
41. Our Take-Away
1. Avoid bitter roots, they are infectious.
2. Your behavior counts.
3. Don’t sacrifice future blessing for
short term satisfaction.
4. Your family defines you.
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Galatians 4:28 Now you, brothers, like Isaac, are children of promise.
We are children of promise. We can access the blessing of Abraham
Spiritually very important to us!
Child of Promise
Heir of all things
Represents Sonship
A type of Christ
Galatians 4:28–31 (NASB95) Represents the new covenant
28 And you brethren, like Isaac, are children of promise. 29 But as at that time he who was born according to the flesh persecuted him who was born according to the Spirit, so it is now also. 30 But what does the Scripture say? “CAST OUT THE BONDWOMAN AND HER SON, FOR THE SON OF THE BONDWOMAN SHALL NOT BE AN HEIR WITH THE SON OF THE FREE WOMAN.” 31 So then, brethren, we are not children of a bondwoman, but of the free woman.
Galatians 3:29 And if you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s descendants, heirs according to promise.
The promise of blessing through the descendants of Abraham.
Genesis 22:17–18 I will surely bless you, and I will surely multiply your offspring as the stars of heaven and as the sand that is on the seashore. And your offspring shall possess the gate of his enemies, 18 and in your offspring shall all the nations of the earth be blessed, because you have obeyed my voice.”
Galatians 4:22 For it is written that Abraham had two sons, one by the bondwoman and one by the free woman.
Hebrews 11:17–19 By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac, and he who had received the promises was offering up his only begotten son; it was he to whom it was said,
“IN ISAAC YOUR DESCENDANTS SHALL BE CALLED.” He considered that God is able to raise people even from the dead, from which he also received him back as a type.
Typology in Christian theology and biblical exegesis is a doctrine or theory concerning the relationship of the Old Testament to the New Testament. Events, persons or statements in the Old Testament are seen as types prefiguring or predating by antitypes, events or aspects of Christ or his revelation described in the New Testament.
1.Both fulfilled PROMISES:
Isaac was the long-promised son to Abraham (Genesis 12:3)
Jesus was the long-promised Messiah and Son of God (Genesis 3:15; 13:3, John 1:1-12)
2. Both were the ONLY SON of their father:
God said that Isaac was “Your son, your only son, whom you live…” to Abraham(Genesis 22: 2)
God said “This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased!” (Matthew 3:16, 17).
3. Both had a MIRACULOUS BIRTH:
Isaac was born to parents who were very old - Genesis 18:13.
Jesus was born of a virgin, Mary, and conceived by the Holy Spirit - Luke 1:34-35.
4. Both had a conception and birth that was PRE-ANNOUNCED - Genesis 18:10 & Luke 1:30–31.
5. Both were NAMED before their birth - Genesis 17:19 & Matthew 1:21.
6. Both were MOCKED and persecuted by their own kindred - Genesis 21:9 & Mark 15:29–32.
7. Both were UNDESERVING of their sacrificial death - Genesis 22:2, Luke 23:41.
8. Both were sacrificed near the very SAME PLACE - Genesis 22:3 & Matthew 27:33.
9. Both were LOVED by their fathers (Genesis 22:2; Matthew 3:16, 17).
10. Both had a THREE-DAY experience:
Isaac had a 3-day hike to Mt. Moriah.
Jesus had 3 days from the cross to the grave to the resurrection.
11. Both WERE accompanied by TWO MEN:
Isaac by two servants (Genesis 22:3)
Jesus by two thieves (Matthew 27:38)
12. Both carried their own WOOD:
Isaac carried the wood for his own sacrifice (Genesis 22:6).
Jesus carried the crossbeam of his cross (John 19:17).
13. Both SUBMITTED to their father:
Isaac willingly laid down his life, submitting to his father (Genesis 22:9).
Jesus submitted to his Father’s will and laid down his life for our sin (Luke 22:42, Romans 5:8).
14. Both asked a QUESTION of their father:
Isaac asked Abraham “Here is the fire and the wood, Father, but where is the lamb? (Gen. 22:7).
Jesus cried “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” from the cross (Matthew 27:46).
15. Both were BROUGHT BACK from the dead:
Isaac was “brought back” figuratively (Genesis 22:12) by the faith of Abraham.
Jesus rose from the dead 3 days after he was crucified (Matthew 28:6-7).
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Genesis 25:19–20 (ESV) These are the generations of Isaac, Abraham’s son: Abraham fathered Isaac, and Isaac was forty years old when he took
Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife.
Retelling
Family is important
Lineage
Who you are and where you come from
Genesis 25:21 And Isaac prayed to the LORD for his wife, because she was barren.
Sarah was barren. Children are a blessing from God. They were viewed as a sign of favor. Import if you descendants are to possess the land and be a blessing to the whole world.
God opened her womb
Husbands need to intercede for their wives. Spiritual Headship
Genesis 25:21–22 And the LORD granted his prayer, and Rebekah his wife conceived. The children struggled together within her,
and she said, “If it is thus, why is this happening to me?” So she went to inquire of the LORD.
Power of prayer- Problems are solutions waiting on God’s intervention
Answered prayer- Troubles are opportunities. God hears and answers
Trouble in utero- how do you handle the it that defines you
Ask in prayer- Go to the source for the answer.
Genesis 25:23 Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples from within you shall be divided; the one shall be stronger than the other, the older shall serve the younger.
TROUBLE AHEAD! Two children almost always will cause trouble. Warning was given to let them prepare for the trouble. Not just information
When her days to give birth were completed, behold, there were twins in her womb. The first came out red, all his body like a hairy cloak, so they called his
name Esau. Afterward his brother came out with his hand holding Esau’s heel, so his name was called Jacob. Isaac was sixty years old when she bore them.
Esau- Hairy
Jacob- Heel grabber, supplants
Romans 9:11 for though the twins were not yet born and had not done anything good or bad, so that God’s purpose according to His choice would stand, not because of works but because of Him who calls,
Genesis 25:27–28 When the boys grew up, Esau was a skillful hunter, a man of the field, while Jacob was a quiet man, dwelling in tents.
Isaac loved Esau because he ate of his game, but Rebekah loved Jacob.
Esau
Manly man
Hunter
Dad’s favorite
Jacob
Quiet man
Homebody
Mamma’s boy
Everyone is different (So is the body of Christ)
We have diversity in calling
Favoritism never ends well. Cause rivalry and Jealousy
Genesis 25:29–30 Once when Jacob was cooking stew, Esau came in from the field, and he was exhausted. And Esau said to Jacob, “Let me eat some of that red stew, for I am exhausted!” (Therefore his name was called Edom.)
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Genesis 25:31 Jacob said, “Sell me your birthright now.” Opportunistic. Do you think he knew about God’s word to his mom?
Genesis 25:32 Esau said, “I am about to die; of what use is a birthright to me?” A foolish answer. He shows contempt for spiritual and material blessing for the future.
Genesis 25:33 Jacob said, “Swear to me now.” So he swore to him and sold his birthright to Jacob. An unrighteous contract by both. Doubting God’s promise, despising God’s provision.
Genesis 25:33 (ESV)
33 Jacob said, “Swear to me now.” So he swore to him and sold his birthright to Jacob. The unequal exchange. Jacob got the birthright; Esau got the pottage. Esau the type of many who accept the devil’s bargain of the world for a soul.
Neither had Esau right to part with his birthright until God in his providence took it from him; nor had Jacob the right to accept that birthright until God transferred it to his hands.
Leadership The official authority of the father
The greater portion of the inheritance A double portion of the father’s property
Spiritual leadership The functions of the domestic priesthood
Genesis 25:34 Then Jacob gave Esau bread and lentil stew, and he ate and drank and rose and went his way. Thus Esau despised his birthright.
Hebrews 12:15–17 See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled;
that no one is sexually immoral or unholy like Esau, who sold his birthright for a single meal. For you know that afterward,
when he desired to inherit the blessing, he was rejected, for he found no chance to repent, though he sought it with tears.
Contemptable- an attitude, how something is treated
Disdain to scorn or mock
Saw it as worthless
Avoid bitter roots, they are infectious. Block God’s grace
Your behavior counts. Unholy action of selling his birthright
Don’t sacrifice future blessing for short term satisfaction.
Your family defines you.