Jacob and Esau
A Story of Reconciliation
Superbook transports Chris, Joy, and Gizmo back in time to meet Jacob and Esau, twin brothers who can’t get along. Jacob tricks his father and steals from his brother, then flees for his life. What will happen when the brothers meet again? Your students will discover how relationships that seem hopelessly broken can be repaired through forgiveness.
Bible Story: Genesis 25:19–34; 27; 32–33
Lesson 1
We Share God’s Blessings
SuperTruth: I am a child of God, and I share in all of His blessings.
SuperVerse: Esau pleaded, “But do you have only one blessing? Oh my father, bless me, too!” Then Esau broke down and wept. Genesis 27:38 (NLT)
Lesson 2
Value Your Blessings
SuperTruth: I will do my best to keep all of God’s blessings.
SuperVerse: The Man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob. You have wrestled with God and with men, and you have won. That’s why your name will be Israel.” Genesis 32:28 (CEV)
Lesson 3
Forgive Others
SuperTruth: I will forgive others as Jesus has forgiven me.
SuperVerse: Be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32 (NLT)