[[-SOAP HUB]] [[-Genesis Overview]]. [[Genesis 30]] ## Title: What Does Your Presence Do to Others? ## Scripture: (Genesis 30:27) But Laban said to him, “If I have found favor in your sight, please stay here, for I have learned by divination that the Lord has blessed me on account of you.” (NET) ## Observation: Have you ever heard the phrase that says some people make the environment better simply by leaving? This is not something anyone wants to be known for, but is it true? On the other hand, some people make an environment better simply because they are present. Many times these people bring an element of fun, an element of encouragement, or maybe they are a hard worker. One time, when my wife and I were moving, she told me a relative was coming to help. Instantly I knew it was going to be okay, because this relative was one of the kindest and hardest workers I had ever met. What about you? What do people think when they hear you are on the way? Are they secretly unhappy to hear it or do they look forward to your company? Do they know you will make things better because you bring the integrity of a man or woman of God? Does your relationship with God rub off on others? ## Application: How can you bring your relationship with God with you into your life today? ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for walking with us through every moment of every day.