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God uses each generation to accomplish His purposes. But with each new generation comes a new set of problems. In Genesis we see Isaac’s family starting out as a devoted, spiritual, and happy family. But as the story progressed, his family ended up divided, carnal, and tragic. Pastor Wiersbe explains what we can learn from the mistakes made by Isaac’s family.

Transcripts for Dr. Wiersbe's sermons are forthcoming. Below is an outline of his message.

A generation is God’s way of starting all over again.

Every generation has three responsibilities: conserve, criticize, and change.

The externals are what change, not spiritual matters.

The church needs all generations.

Even though generations change, God doesn’t change.

Each generation is built in a home.

What is home?

Characteristics of Isaac’s home:

A devoted home
- Isaac took time to spend with the Lord.
- Rebekah was chosen by God and devoted to the Lord.
- If you have a husband and wife who don’t know how to pray, you will have problems.
A disappointed home
- Isaac and Rebekah could not have children for many years.
- God’s delays are not God’s denials.
A divided home
- Esau and Jacob were complete opposites.
- Esau was worldly and anti-God.
- Jacob was quiet and meditative.
- Isaac loved Esau, but Rebekah loved Jacob.
- Their family became more focused on their personal schemes than the things of God.
- Every one of their schemes blew up to harm them.
- We must accept the will of God in our homes.
- A family that prays together is one of the greatest blessings you could ever have.