Genesis 35:1-15 And God said to Jacob, Arise, go up to Bethel, and dwell there: and make there an altar to God… I. THE VOW MADE. II. THE VOW FORGOTTEN. A common occurrence. III. THE VOW CALLED TO REMEMBRANCE. 1. The Lord is never at a loss for means in order that His ends may be gained. 2. Mark the way in which He acts here. (1) First a gentle hint — "Arise, go to Bethel." (2) Then the command, "and make there an altar." 3. Has not the Lord brought your vows to your remembrance? (1) Failure. (2) Sickness. (3) Conscience. IV. THE VOW PAID. Parallel Verses KJV: And God said unto Jacob, Arise, go up to Bethel, and dwell there: and make there an altar unto God, that appeared unto thee when thou fleddest from the face of Esau thy brother. |
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