Bibledoorajar Explores the Power of Humiliation

     "Humiliation is the beginning of sanctification."
                              John Donne

     "There is no neutral ground in the universe; every square inch, every split second, is claimed by God." - C.S. Lewis

There is no way to get around it. Jacob was selected or "elected" by God--claimed by God to carry forth spiritual DNA to future generations. Does that mean that God had no use for Esau? No, the Bible implies that as a part of the "whosoever" that populate the earth, Esau was well blessed and happy with his family. He had actually acquired more earthly possessions than Jacob had when they would at last meet again.  I am sure he performed many good acts for his family and others, but let's face it, he was not elected to be on the frontline of spiritual service for generations to come. He was not to be remembered as Abraham, Isaac and Jacob in the history of Judaism and Christianity. 

Do you ever think of the "slings and arrows" you have endured in your walk with the Lord? If you honestly have, you have to admit that the humiliation that came with them has brought you closer to God and has placed service to others in a bigger place in your heart. They have stripped you of your need to "acquire" and have caused you to see the "bigger picture".

The story of Jacob continues that after his dream experience, he continued on his journey.  The older Bible versions say he "picked up his feet...". One step closer to understanding that his life was to be "all God and less Jacob".