“Everyone knows what is most pleasant to him, but God alone knows what is most profitable.”
—Thomas Boston

This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke examines the story of Jacob and Laban, reminding us how God uses trials to bless His people.

The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

“God can make a straight line with a crooked stick, being righteous when He uses wicked instruments.”
—William Gurnall

This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his exposition of the convoluted family dynamic between Jacob and his two wives, Rachel and Leah. As you listen, be reminded of the way God’s covenant promises turn even our most wicked actions for good.

The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

“And he went in also unto Rachel, and he loved also Rachel more than Leah, and served with him yet seven other years.”
—Genesis 29:30

This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke recounts the dramatic, dysfunctional relationship between Jacob and his two wives, Rachel and Leah. Listen to learn how you can see God’s hand in your life, even during hard times.

The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.