[[-SOAP HUB]] [[Genesis 25]] ## Title: Be Careful Not to Overlook What You Have ## Scripture: (Genesis 25:34) “Then Jacob gave Esau some bread and lentil stew; Esau ate and drank, then got up and went out. So Esau despised his birthright.” (NET) ## Observation: Scholars have wondered what would cause a firstborn son to give away his rights as the firstborn. As the firstborn son, you were the second line of leadership, you received the majority share of your father’s inheritance, and you were the one in charge of keeping the family safe after your father could no longer lead. It was an honored position. However, Esau did not seem to care for it to the point he was easily willing to give it away. How many times do we take for granted the wonderful things the Lord has placed in our lives? Some of these gifts could be the home we live in, the friends we have, or our family. These true gifts are only noticed once they are gone. Be careful not to treat as common the things that are the true blessings of life. ## Application: Take time today to look around and be thankful for the consistent blessings in your life. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for the million little miracles we take for granted every day.