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Preparing for 12 - 18 July 2026

Genesis 25:19-34; Psalm 119:105-112; Romans 8.1-11; Matthew 13.1-9,18-23RCL Proper 10 Year A

Choosing well

Isaac and Rebekah experience infertility before God grants them twins. There’s a struggle between Esau and Jacob that starts in the womb and is stoked further by their parents’ favouritism. Esau is tricked into giving up his inheritance for a bowl of Jacob’s stew.

As the different characters take and give up opportunities, we can question if they chose well. We explore the story and reflect on what we can learn about choosing well in our own lives.

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