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Jacob's life, ending in serenity and blessing, testifies to the power of God to transform character. His spiritual progress has six notable phases:
(1) the first exercise of faith, as shown in the purchase of the birthright (Genesis 25:28-34); (Genesis 27:10-22).
(2) the vision at bethel (Genesis 28:10-19).
(3) walking in the flesh (Genesis 29:1-31); (Genesis 29:55).
(4) the transforming experience (Genesis 32:24-31).
(5) the return to Bethel: idols put away (Genesis 35:1-7).
(6) the walk of faith (Genesis 37:1-49); (Genesis 37:33).