Intro - At 147 years of age(Genesis 47:27), Jacob knew the end of his life was fast approaching. Today's passage gives us more insight into the tenacious spirit and tender heart of this Old Testement patriarch.

• A Significant REVIEW - Vs. 27-28



• A Surprising Place - v. 27a



• A Surprising Grace - Vs. 27b-28



• A Solemn REQUIREMENT - v. 29a



• A Sincere REQUEST - Vs. 29b-30a



• A Submissive RESPONSE - Vs. 30b-31a



• A Sweet REVERENCE - v. 31b

Conc. - It's wonderful to note that as Jacob grew older, he also grew in godliness. As he aged, he became sweeter, more humble, more trusting. That's the way it should be! Is that how it is with you?