1. After the vision at Bethel, Jacob made a vow. At that moment, his attitude was still that of having Christ as his “pillow.” God was to give him sustenance and security; then, He would be his God, the God of Jacob, and the stone he had erected as a pillar would be the House of God. However, in the second stage of his life, Jacob did indeed stand as a pillar in the house of the Lord (Genesis 28:18-22; 35:9 15).
2. During this time, God is calling those who love what He loves. Whoever values the birthright and loves His Word—and therefore His blessing—will surely be kept by Him. God desires that you be a pillar in His house and needs you to be willing to take responsibility for raising up and building the church (Genesis 35:14-15; 1 Corinthians 3:9; Revelation 3:12).
3. After twenty years of working in Laban’s house, when Jacob decided to return to his own land, God appeared to him and reminded him of the vow he had made. If you once received a vision and made a vow, and today you have forgotten, know that God does not forget. In due time, He will remind you of your consecration and the commitment you made. He is the God of the house of God, the God of Bethel (Genesis 31:13).
4. “Then all this assembly shall know that the Lord does not save with sword and spear; for the battle is the Lord’s, and He will give you into our hands.” (1 Samuel 17:47) ( Daily Food , book 6, week 4, Wednesday, page 62).
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