Jacob’s Love for Rachel and the Marriage Deception. Jacob agrees to work for Laban for seven years to marry Rachel, whom he loves deeply. However, Laban deceives Jacob by giving him Leah, Rachel’s older sister, as his wife instead. Jacob works another seven years to marry Rachel, showing his devotion.


It reads in Genesis 29: 15-20: EASY: Then Laban said to Jacob, ‘You should not work for me for nothing because you are my relative. Tell me what I should pay you.’ Laban had two daughters. The name of the older daughter was Leah. The name of the younger daughter was Rachel. Leah had weak eyes. But Rachel’s face and her body were beautiful. Jacob loved Rachel. He said to Laban, ‘I will work for you for seven years. In return, I want to marry your younger daughter, Rachel.’ Laban said, ‘It is better for you to marry her than another man. Stay here with me.’ Jacob worked for seven years to have Rachel as his wife. But the years passed very quickly because Jacob loved Rachel very much. Seven years seemed like only a few days to Jacob.


Father God, thank You and praise You for the example of Jacob’s divine providence, love and dedication to Rachel, which reminds us of the beauty of selfless commitment. Help us to approach our relationships with the same determination, patience, and love that reflects Your goodness. Guide us with the wisdom and knowledge to value the blessings in our lives and work diligently toward the purposes You have set before us, knowing that perseverance yields reward. Guide our hearts to serve others sincerely, without expecting immediate gratification, trusting in Your perfect timing. I love You, thank You, Praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Jesus Precious Name Amen.