Parashat Toldot
The story of Jacob and Esau reveals how we should respond during seasons of waiting for God’s promises. While the matriarchs experienced delayed childbearing to deepen their intimacy with God and establish His purposes, Jacob and Esau represent two different responses to waiting. Jacob pursued holiness and covenant promises, while Esau traded his eternal birthright for temporary satisfaction. During our own waiting seasons, we face the same choice between pursuing God’s purposes or giving in to immediate gratification. God’s delays serve to build character, deepen our relationship with Him, and prepare us for greater purposes.