Anonymous
Beloved of All
It is quite clear that the families of the patriarchs had serious struggles and were often quite "dysfunctional." When we idealize these people, however, we tend to forget their humanity, and they may appear disconnected from us - on a higher spiritual level. The story of Isaac's troubled family is ultimately one of hope for us all. Isaac was deeply wounded but ultimately found healing, just as his son Jacob later wrestled through his family issues to be renamed "Israel." Take heart, chaverim: God can use us for His kingdom purposes despite whatever wounds and troubles might be in our family backgrounds. The Spirit speaks "I AM the LORD your healer" (×Ö²× Ö´×™ יְהוָה רפְ×ֶךָ).