When You are Hungry, Don't Make Major Decisions

Day 11: Genesis 25:1-26:33

Taking responsibility for what has been given to us is very important. We cannot be nonchalant about our roles in life. It is imperative to value the responsibilities one has been given in order to be effective, as well as, live out the purpose for which we were created to do. 

 

Isaac and Rebekah were blessed with twins, Esau and Jacob. Since Esau was the first-born, he is automatically became the heir to the birthright of his father, Isaac. However, Esau wanted his stomach to be filled with food more than he wanted to fulfill the role given to him as the first-born son. Jacob, the younger son was cooking soup when starving Esau comes into the house. Esau asked Jacob for some soup, but instead of simply sharing, Jacob wanted this birthright in exchanged for giving his brother the soup.

Apparently, Esau had less value for the birthright and was more concerned about eating. So, Esau agreed to give his birthright to Jacob in exchange for a bowl of soup. 

 

It is possible that we are careless with the responsibilities given to us by God. We may see the responsibility as meaningless due to not understanding the full scope of what has been given; or, we simply do not care and would rather fill our lives with what satisfies us in the moment. 

 

Because Esau chose food over the birthright, he became inferior to his younger brother and the Hebrew nation. That is a huge price to pay to fill up a stomach. 

 

Making the right decisions when we are vulnerable is crucial. Before making major decisions, take a step back, evaluate the situation and ensure we know exactly what the positives and negatives are before we make the final decision.