Finishing on the Right Note

Jacob shows us four characteristics of a life that has finished on the right note.

I. BELIEVE IN GOD’S PROMISES (3-7)

A. Because of who God is
B. Bring others to trust in God’s word

II. BLESS OTHERS WITH GOD’S PRIVILEGES (8-20,22)

A. “Blessing” is a man theme of this chapter
B. God’s blessing is not always material
C. God’s blessing may not be the way we expect
D. We can bless others through our testimony

III. BOW TO GOD IN PRAISE (Hebrews 11:21)

A. Jacob final hours were spent in worship
B. Worship takes focus away from self
C. Don’t wait to worship

IV. BASK IN GOD’S PEACE (21)

A. The righteous have peace, even in death
B. God’s presence brings peace
C. Faith in God’s promises bring peace