Genesis 33:1-20 God, the God of Israel (September 21, 2025 AM, Dr. Michael Grasso)

"Salvation is not earned—it is all of grace. In this sermon, we look at how Christ redefines greatness in His Kingdom and how the story of Jacob meeting Esau displays the astonishing reversal of God’s grace.

Jesus taught that the first shall be last, and the last shall be first. True greatness is not found in ruling over others but in serving, just as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many.

Jacob’s life is a vivid illustration of this truth. Once a deceiver striving to grasp blessings by his own strength, Jacob is humbled, transformed, and brought to the end of himself. In his reconciliation with Esau, he bows, serves, and gives rather than takes—and in doing so, he finally shows the marks of grace. At last, Jacob confesses God as his God and worships Him: “El Elohe Israel—God, the God of Israel.”

📖 Main Texts: Genesis 33:1–20

📌 Theme: Salvation is of grace. True greatness is found in humble service.

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