Welcome to Day 9 of Word for Word: The Bible.

In today’s episode, we read Genesis chapters 27–29 word for word from the New International Version (NIV). These chapters mark a major turning point in the story of Jacob, as the covenant blessing moves forward through family conflict, deception, and unexpected encounters with God.

Today’s reading includes:

• Jacob deceiving Isaac and receiving Esau’s blessing
• Esau’s grief and the deep fracture within Isaac’s family
• Jacob fleeing to Paddan Aram to escape Esau’s anger
• God appearing to Jacob in a dream at Bethel and reaffirming His promise
• Jacob’s vow and the naming of Bethel as the house of God
• Jacob’s arrival in Laban’s household
• Jacob’s love for Rachel and the deception that leads to his marriage to Leah
• The beginning of Jacob’s family through Leah’s sons

Genesis 27–29 reveals how deeply human choices affect families and futures. We see broken trust, rivalry, and consequences—but also a God who remains present and faithful. Even as Jacob’s journey begins in deception and uncertainty, God meets him where he is and continues to move His promise forward.

Each episode of Word for Word: The Bible includes:

• A brief opening prayer
• A complete Scripture reading
• A short reflection to help frame the passage

Whether this is your first time reading the Bible or your first time reading it all the way through, you’re invited to follow along each day as we read God’s Word—word for word.

Thank you for listening, and we’ll continue the journey together tomorrow.