Jacob is living into the meaning of his name,
“Heel-Grabber,” although he allows himself to be tricked by his father-in-law,
Laban. Seven years’ labor for Leah’s
hand in marriage plus seven year’s labor for Rachel, too: Jacob works a long time in order to have the
woman he wants more--Rachel.
In the long run, however, he manages to increase his share
of the cattle, sheep, goats, and camels. He supplants Laban and Laban’s sons,
as far ownership of animal herds is concerned.
But he is willing to surrender all of his wealth, wives, and
children in order to be reconciled with his brother, Esau. Or is it to be
reconciled with himself? Or is it to be
reconciled with God? What goes through a man’s head when he has divested
himself of everything and spends the night alone, alone?
Holy God, teach me the lessons of contentment again, please.
And should I find myself alone, alone, then come and wrestle with me!
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