Genesis 31:1-55: Jacob Flees from Laban

The conflict between Jacob and Laban continues and will come to a head. Laban’s animosity towards Jacob begins to grow. In more deceit Jacob sneaks away from Laban. Laban pursues and overtakes him and the two finally come to terms with each other. Yet, Jacob’s prosperity, protection and preservation are not a result of Jacob’s cleverness, wit or strength, but a result of the Lord’s intervening work.