Christian Devotional – October 8, 2024

New Beginnings, Day 33

Relationships. Read Genesis chapter 33.

Jacob had been so worried about this encounter. Honestly, he probably thought about it for years and it may have been why he stayed where he did for as long as he did. How would his brother treat him? Now he has the answer to that. His brother is kind to him.

Jacob’s response is to recognize that it wasn’t about gifts or stuff, but the relationship was what mattered. When we look at our lives, it’s not about the things that we have. Our possessions will come to mean nothing and will ultimately belong to someone else after we die. Our relationships and the impact that we have on other people will be our lasting legacy. How are we building relationships with others? How do we view our relationships with others?

Check out the video devotional for today: https://youtu.be/aYycr5K51QQ