During a famine, Isaac settles in Gerar, lies about Rebekah being his sister, prospers through God's blessing, and eventually establishes a peace covenant with King Abimelech.

Rev Richard Brunton draws from the example of Jesus as he explores building a ministry team.

Rebekah and Jacob deceive an elderly Isaac to secure the patriarchal blessing intended for Esau. Consequently, Esau vows revenge, forcing Jacob to flee to his uncle Laban.