Characters
Who was the man who was preparing to meet his brother Esau?
Jacob
What did Jacob do before meeting Esau because he was afraid?
He prayed to God
What did Jacob refuse to do until he received a blessing?
Let go of the angel
Why was Jacob afraid to meet Esau again?
Because he feared Esau was still angry
What does Jacob’s all-night wrestling teach us about facing our fears?
We must hold on to God and not give up.
Who was the brother Jacob was afraid to meet again?
Esau
What did Jacob send ahead to Esau as a sign of peace?
Gifts
What new name was given to Jacob after the wrestling match?
Israel
How did Jacob feel when he heard Esau was on his way?
Even more nervous and afraid
What lesson do we learn from Jacob refusing to let the man go?
We should keep seeking God’s blessing.
Who did Jacob wrestle with until sunrise?
An angel
What did the angel tell Jacob when dawn was coming?
"Let me go."
What did Jacob ask the angel for during the wrestling match?
A blessing
How did Jacob show he truly wanted God’s blessing?
He kept holding on and didn't give up
What does Jacob’s new name show about his life?
God changed him and gave him a new identity.
Who received gifts that Jacob sent ahead to show peace?
Esau
What part of Jacob’s body was touched and injured during the wrestle?
His hip
What did Jacob do after the wrestling match because of his injured hip?
He walked with a limp
What did Jacob do to show humility before meeting Esau?
He prayed and prepared peace offerings
What does Jacob’s limp remind us about encountering God?
God changes us, and we don’t stay the same.
Who gave Jacob a new name after their wrestling match?
God (through the angel)
How long did Jacob wrestle with the angel?
All night
What time of day did the wrestling finally end?
Sunrise
How did Esau respond when he finally met Jacob?
He hugged and accepted him
What does the story show about God when we pray honestly like Jacob?
God listens and responds.