The Dream - Jacob's Ladder
What did Jacob see in his dream that reached from earth to heaven?
A ladder (or stairway) - (Gen 28:12)
Which covenant did the Lord renew with Jacob in his dream?
The Abrahamic Covenant (Gen 28:13-14)
Who told Jacob not to marry a daughter of Canaan?
Isaac (Gen 28:1)
The sacred promise or agreement between God and man.
Covenant
Who instructed Jacob to go to Padan-aram to find a wife?
Isaac (his father) (Genesis 28:1-2)
What was at the top of the ladder?
The Lord (Gen 28:13).
What did the Lord promise to be with Jacob?
I am with thee, and will keep thee" (Gen 28:15).
Where was Jacob sent to find a wife?
Padan-aram/Haran (to Bethuel/Laban) (Gen 28:2)
The name of the city formerly known as Luz.
Bethel
Jacob was told specifically not to marry a woman from which land?
Canaan (Genesis 28:1)
What did the ladder represent to Jacob?
A way to return to God/Heavenly Father.
Besides descendants, what did God promise to give Jacob and his seed?
The land where he was lying (Gen 28:13).
Who was the mother of Jacob who arranged this journey?
Rebekah (Gen 27:46, 28:5).
The "rungs" on our modern ladder to heaven represent what?
Covenants/Ordinances.
Why was it important for Jacob to marry within the covenant (a daughter of Laban)?
To avoid idol-worshipping Canaanites and to build a righteous family
What did Jacob name the place where he had this dream?
Bethel (meaning House of God) - (Gen 28:19)
What did Jacob promise to give the Lord in return?
A tenth of all he had (tithes) (Gen 28:22).
Why was marrying a daughter of Canaan improper?
They worshipped idols and were not in the covenant.
The promise of eternal increase is also known as this.
Exaltation
Which brother was Jacob fleeing from?
Esau (Genesis 27-28)
Besides land, name one other major blessing promised to Jacob in this vision.
A large family/numerous seed, blessing of all families of the earth, or the Lord’s presence/protection (Genesis 28:14-15)
What did Jacob promise to do with the stone he slept on?
Set it up as a pillar and make it God's house (Genesis 28:18, 22)
What did Esau do when he saw that Isaac blessed Jacob and sent him to find a wife?
Married a daughter of Ishmael to please his father.
What is the "Birthright" mentioned in the preceding chapters?
Responsibility to preside and inherit spiritual leadership
What did Esau do when he realized Canaanite wives displeased his parents?
Married a daughter of Ishmael (Genesis 28:9)