Genesis 49:1-28

JACOB BLESSES HIS SONS

Keywords 49:10

The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the ruler's staff from between his feet, until he comes to

whom it belongs and the obedience of the nations is his.

 

1. The scepter will not depart from Judah (1-21)

Jacob was a man of blessing and patriarch of the nation of Israel. He blessed

each of his 12 sons appropriately. He recognized Judah as chosen for the most

important blessing. He is the ancestor of David and of Christ. His older brothers

lost their priority because of their violent acts. Jacob spoke of a time of fulfillment,

when all nations would be ruled by Jesus and live in obedience to his rule.

 

2. Joseph is a fruitful vine (22-28)

Jacob loved Joseph and poured out his blessing on him. Joseph’s sons Ephraim

and Manasseh each received a tribe in the nation of Israel. Joseph was not the

covenant son, but he was a beautiful reflection of the gospel of Jesus in the Old

Testament. He suffered greatly to bring his brothers to live under God’s blessing.

 

Prayer Lord, make me a source of blessing. Use me to call others to live under

your blessing.

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