Genesis Chapters 35-37

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Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You with grateful hearts as we open Your Word in Genesis 35 through 37. Thank You for calling Jacob back to Bethel—to return to You, to put away idols, and to renew his walk in obedience and worship.

As we read of Your faithful covenant promises reaffirmed, the renaming of Jacob to Israel, the sorrows of loss in Rachel’s death and family struggles, the unfolding of Esau’s line, and the painful jealousy and dreams that set Joseph’s path in motion—help us see Your sovereign hand at work in every joy and every trial.

Purify our own hearts today, Lord. Remove anything that competes with You. Open our eyes to behold Your unchanging faithfulness, even when families falter and sin brings pain. Teach us through these chapters to trust Your plans, to seek reconciliation, and to honor You above all.

Speak to us by Your Spirit. Draw us closer to Jesus, the true fulfillment of Your promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

In His holy name we pray, Amen.

Looking Back

Looking back at Genesis 32–34 we saw how Jacob’s journey from fear and scheming turned to transformation and reconciliation. Jacob wrestles with God, receiving a new name—Israel—and a lasting reminder of dependence on God. Jacob humbles himself before Esau, leading to an unexpected reunion marked by forgiveness and grace. However, the story also includes tragedy: Dinah’s violation and her brothers’ violent revenge, which brings further turmoil. Through these events, the chapters highlight God’s faithfulness despite human flaws, the power of humble reconciliation, and the dangers of taking justice into our own hands. Ultimately, these chapters point to God’s desire to transform us, call us to peace, and warn against vengeance—reminding us to trust Him in all circumstances.

As we start into Genesis 35 – 37 we continue to see the growth of Jacob and Esau’s families and how generational changes develop. From idolatry to betrayal. This study focused on idolatry and will discuss how to identify what we idolize today and how to rid ourselves of these idols to get closer relationships to our God.

 Genesis 35

Jacob Returns to Bethel 1 Then God said to Jacob, “Go up to Bethel and settle there, and build an altar there to God, who appeared to you when you were fleeing from your brother Esau.”

2 So Jacob said to his household and to all who were with him, “Get rid of the foreign gods you have with you, and purify yourselves and change your clothes. 3 Then come, let us go up to Bethel, where I will build an altar to God, who answered me in the day of my distress and who has been with me wherever I have gone.” (Idols were sometimes seen more as good luck charms than as gods. An idol is anything we  put before God. idols don’t have to be physical objects; they can be thoughts or desires. Like Jacob, we should get rid of anything that could stand between us and God. (LASB))

4 So they gave Jacob all the foreign gods they had and the rings in their ears, and Jacob buried them under the oak at Shechem. 5 Then they set out, and the terror of God fell on the towns all around them so that no one pursued them. (4 In Jacob’s day, earrings may have been associated with the worship of idols. The people in his family had to cleanse themselves of all pagan influences, including reminders of foreign gods. (LASB )

6 Jacob and all the people with him came to Luz (that is, Bethel) in the land of Canaan. 7 There he built an altar, and he called the place El Bethel, because it was there that God revealed himself to him when he was fleeing from his brother.

8 Now Deborah, Rebekah’s nurse, died and was buried under the oak below Bethel. So it was named Allon Bakuth.

9 After Jacob returned from Paddan Aram, God appeared to him again and blessed him. 10 God said to him, “Your name is Jacob, but you will no longer be called Jacob; your name will be Israel.” So he named him Israel. (God reminded Jacob of his new name, Israel, which means “he struggles with God.” His new name was a tribute to his desire to stay close to God despite life’s disappointments. (LASB) Problems and difficulties are painful but inevitable; you might as well see them as opportunities for growth, reconciliation, and restoration. (LASB))

11 And God said to him, “I am God Almighty; be fruitful and increase in number. A nation and a community of nations will come from you, and kings will be among your descendants. 12 The land I gave to Abraham and Isaac I also give to you, and I will give this land to your descendants after you.” 13 Then God went up from him at the place where he had talked with him.

14 Jacob set up a stone pillar at the place where God had talked with him, and he poured out a drink offering on it; he also poured oil on it. 15 Jacob called the place where God had talked with him Bethel.

The Deaths of Rachel and Isaac 16 Then they moved on from Bethel. While they were still some distance from Ephrath, Rachel began to give birth and had great difficulty. 17 And as she was having great difficulty in childbirth, the midwife said to her, “Don’t despair, for you have another son.” 18 As she breathed her last—for she was dying—she named her son Ben-Oni. But his father named him Benjamin. ( Ben-Oni means “Son of My Sorrow.”  Benjamin means “Son of the Right Hand”. (LASB))

 19 So Rachel died and was buried on the way to Ephrath (that is, Bethlehem). 20 Jacob set up a pillar over her tomb; it is the pillar of Rachel’s tomb, which is there to this day.

21 Israel moved on again and pitched his tent beyond Migdal Eder. 22 While Israel was living in that region, Reuben went in and slept with his father’s concubine Bilhah, and Israel heard of it. (Reuben may have thought he had gotten away with his sin. But it caught up to him years later when Jacob, on his deathbed, assembled his family for the final blessing. Suddenly Jacob took away Reuben’s double portion and gave it to someone else. The reason? “You went up to your father’s bed; then you defiled it”. Sin’s consequences can plague us long after the sin is committed. (LASB))

Jacob had twelve sons:

23 The sons of Leah: Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar and Zebulun.

24 The sons of Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin.

25 The sons of Rachel’s servant Bilhah: Dan and Naphtali.

26 The sons of Leah’s servant Zilpah: Gad and Asher.

These were the sons of Jacob, who were born to him in Paddan Aram.

27 Jacob came home to his father Isaac in Mamre, near Kiriath Arba (that is, Hebron), where Abraham and Isaac had stayed. 28 Isaac lived a hundred and eighty years. 29 Then he breathed his last and died and was gathered to his people, old and full of years. And his sons Esau and Jacob buried him.

Genesis 36

Esau’s Descendants 1 This is the account of the family line of Esau (that is, Edom).

2 Esau took his wives from the women of Canaan: Adah daughter of Elon the Hittite, and Oholibamah daughter of Anah and granddaughter of Zibeon the Hivite— 3 also Basemath daughter of Ishmael and sister of Nebaioth.

4 Adah bore Eliphaz to Esau, Basemath bore Reuel, 5 and Oholibamah bore Jeush, Jalam and Korah. These were the sons of Esau, who were born to him in Canaan.

6 Esau took his wives and sons and daughters and all the members of his household, as well as his livestock and all his other animals and all the goods he had acquired in Canaan, and moved to a land some distance from his brother Jacob. 7 Their possessions were too great for them to remain together; the land where they were staying could not support them both because of their livestock. 8 So Esau (that is, Edom) settled in the hill country of Seir.

9 This is the account of the family line of Esau the father of the Edomites in the hill country of Seir. (The Edomites were descendants of Esau. During Israel’s exodus from Egypt, God told the Israelites to leave the Edomites alone because they were relatives (Deuteronomy 2:4-5) Later the Edomites became bitter enemies of King David. But the Israelites looked down on the Edomites because they had intermarried with the Canaanites. (\LASB))

10 These are the names of Esau’s sons: Eliphaz, the son of Esau’s wife Adah, and Reuel, the son of Esau’s wife Basemath.

11 The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam and Kenaz.

12 Esau’s son Eliphaz also had a concubine named Timna, who bore him Amalek. These were grandsons of Esau’s wife Adah.

13 The sons of Reuel: Nahath, Zerah, Shammah and Mizzah. These were grandsons of Esau’s wife Basemath.

14 The sons of Esau’s wife Oholibamah daughter of Anah and granddaughter of Zibeon, whom she bore to Esau: Jeush, Jalam and Korah.

15 These were the chiefs among Esau’s descendants: The sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: Chiefs Teman, Omar, Zepho, Kenaz, 16 Korah, Gatam and Amalek. These were the chiefs descended from Eliphaz in Edom; they were grandsons of Adah.

17 The sons of Esau’s son Reuel: Chiefs Nahath, Zerah, Shammah and Mizzah. These were the chiefs descended from Reuel in Edom; they were grandsons of Esau’s wife Basemath.

18 The sons of Esau’s wife Oholibamah: Chiefs Jeush, Jalam and Korah. These were the chiefs descended from Esau’s wife Oholibamah daughter of Anah.

19 These were the sons of Esau (that is, Edom), and these were their chiefs.

20 These were the sons of Seir the Horite, who were living in the region: Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, 21 Dishon, Ezer and Dishan. These sons of Seir in Edom were Horite chiefs.

22 The sons of Lotan: Hori and Homam. Timna was Lotan’s sister.

23 The sons of Shobal: Alvan, Manahath, Ebal, Shepho and Onam.

24 The sons of Zibeon: Aiah and Anah. This is the Anah who discovered the hot springs in the desert while he was grazing the donkeys of his father Zibeon.

25 The children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah daughter of Anah.

26 The sons of Dishon: Hemdan, Eshban, Ithran and Keran.

27 The sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan and Akan.

28 The sons of Dishan: Uz and Aran.

29 These were the Horite chiefs: Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, 30 Dishon, Ezer and Dishan. These were the Horite chiefs, according to their divisions, in the land of Seir.

The Rulers of Edom

31 These were the kings who reigned in Edom before any Israelite king reigned:

32 Bela son of Beor became king of Edom. His city was named Dinhabah.

33 When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah succeeded him as king.

34 When Jobab died, Husham from the land of the Temanites succeeded him as king.

35 When Husham died, Hadad son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, succeeded him as king. His city was named Avith.

36 When Hadad died, Samlah from Masrekah succeeded him as king.

37 When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the river succeeded him as king.

38 When Shaul died, Baal-Hanan son of Akbor succeeded him as king.

39 When Baal-Hanan son of Akbor died, Hadad succeeded him as king. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-Zahab.

40 These were the chiefs descended from Esau, by name, according to their clans and regions: Timna, Alvah, Jetheth, 41 Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, 42 Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar, 43 Magdiel and Iram. These were the chiefs of Edom, according to their settlements in the land they occupied.

This is the family line of Esau, the father of the Edomites.

Genesis 37

Joseph’s Dreams

1 Jacob lived in the land where his father had stayed, the land of Canaan.

2 This is the account of Jacob’s family line.

Joseph, a young man of seventeen, was tending the flocks with his brothers, the sons of Bilhah and the sons of Zilpah, his father’s wives, and he brought their father a bad report about them.

3 Now Israel loved Joseph more than any of his other sons, because he had been born to him in his old age; and he made an ornate robe for him. 4 When his brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him.

5 Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more. 6 He said to them, “Listen to this dream I had: 7 We were binding sheaves of grain out in the field when suddenly my sheaf rose and stood upright, while your sheaves gathered around mine and bowed down to it.”

8 His brothers said to him, “Do you intend to reign over us? Will you actually rule us?” And they hated him all the more because of his dream and what he had said.

9 Then he had another dream, and he told it to his brothers. “Listen,” he said, “I had another dream, and this time the sun and moon and eleven stars were bowing down to me.”

10 When he told his father as well as his brothers, his father rebuked him and said, “What is this dream you had? Will your mother and I and your brothers actually come and bow down to the ground before you?” 11 His brothers were jealous of him, but his father kept the matter in mind. (Because our talents and knowledge come from God, it is more appropriate to thank him for them than to brag about them. Later, Josephe gave God the credit (41:16) (LABS))

Joseph Sold by His Brothers

12 Now his brothers had gone to graze their father’s flocks near Shechem, 13 and Israel said to Joseph, “As you know, your brothers are grazing the flocks near Shechem. Come, I am going to send you to them.”

“Very well,” he replied.

14 So he said to him, “Go and see if all is well with your brothers and with the flocks, and bring word back to me.” Then he sent him off from the Valley of Hebron.

When Joseph arrived at Shechem, 15 a man found him wandering around in the fields and asked him, “What are you looking for?”

16 He replied, “I’m looking for my brothers. Can you tell me where they are grazing their flocks?”

17 “They have moved on from here,” the man answered. “I heard them say, ‘Let’s go to Dothan.’”

So Joseph went after his brothers and found them near Dothan. 18 But they saw him in the distance, and before he reached them, they plotted to kill him.

19 “Here comes that dreamer!” they said to each other. 20 “Come now, let’s kill him and throw him into one of these cisterns and say that a ferocious animal devoured him. Then we’ll see what comes of his dreams.” Jealousy can be difficult to recognize because our reasons for it seem to make sense. But left unchecked, jealousy grows quickly and leads to serious sins. The longer you cultivate jealous feelings, the harder it is to uproot them. The time to deal with jealousy is when you notice yourself keeping score of others’ recognition, awards, and achievements. (LASB)

21 When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue him from their hands. “Let’s not take his life,” he said. 22 “Don’t shed any blood. Throw him into this cistern here in the wilderness, but don’t lay a hand on him.” Reuben said this to rescue him from them and take him back to his father.

23 So when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of his robe—the ornate robe he was wearing— 24 and they took him and threw him into the cistern. The cistern was empty; there was no water in it.

25 As they sat down to eat their meal, they looked up and saw a caravan of Ishmaelites coming from Gilead. Their camels were loaded with spices, balm and myrrh, and they were on their way to take them down to Egypt.

26 Judah said to his brothers, “What will we gain if we kill our brother and cover up his blood? 27 Come, let’s sell him to the Ishmaelites and not lay our hands on him; after all, he is our brother, our own flesh and blood.” His brothers agreed.

28 So when the Midianite merchants came by, his brothers pulled Joseph up out of the cistern and sold him for twenty shekels of silver to the Ishmaelites, who took him to Egypt.

29 When Reuben returned to the cistern and saw that Joseph was not there, he tore his clothes. 30 He went back to his brothers and said, “The boy isn’t there! Where can I turn now?”

31 Then they got Joseph’s robe, slaughtered a goat and dipped the robe in the blood. 32 They took the ornate robe back to their father and said, “We found this. Examine it to see whether it is your son’s robe.”

33 He recognized it and said, “It is my son’s robe! Some ferocious animal has devoured him. Joseph has surely been torn to pieces.”

34 Then Jacob tore his clothes, put on sackcloth and mourned for his son many days. 35 All his sons and daughters came to comfort him, but he refused to be comforted. “No,” he said, “I will continue to mourn until I join my son in the grave.” So his father wept for him. Tearing one’s clothes and wearing burlap  were signs of mourning, much like wearing black today. LASB

36 Meanwhile, the Midianites sold Joseph in Egypt to Potiphar, one of Pharaoh’s officials, the captain of the guard.

What God Wants Us to Know from Genesis 35–37

1. God Is Faithful and Keeps His Promises

God reaffirms His covenant with Jacob, showing that His promises are reliable even when we face uncertainty or make mistakes. He wants us to know that He is trustworthy and His word never fails

2. God Desires Our Repentance and Purity

God calls Jacob and his family to put away idols and purify themselves before worship. This teaches us that God wants our hearts to be undivided and devoted to Him alone. He desires that we regularly examine our lives, remove anything that competes with Him, and seek spiritual renewal

3. God Is Present in Both Joy and Sorrow

The chapters include moments of blessing and deep pain (such as Rachel’s death and family conflict). God wants us to know that He is with us in every circumstance—joyful or sorrowful—and that our struggles can become opportunities for growth and restoration

4. God Works Through Brokenness and Difficulties

Joseph’s story begins with betrayal and suffering, but God uses these events for a greater purpose. God wants us to know that He can bring good out of our pain, mistakes, and even the wrongs done to us. He is always working for our ultimate good

5. God Is Patient and Merciful

Jacob’s journey is marked by God’s patient guidance and grace, despite Jacob’s flaws. God wants us to know that His mercy covers our imperfections, and He patiently calls us to deeper faithfulness

In Summary

God wants us to trust His faithfulness, pursue repentance and purity, recognize His presence in all circumstances, allow Him to work through our brokenness, and rest in His mercy and patience. These truths invite us to open our hearts to God’s transforming work and to walk with hope, knowing His plan is unfolding even when we cannot see the outcome

These truths invite us to trust His promises, repent of divided loyalties, and rest in His control even when life feels chaotic. May God open our hearts to these lessons as you study!

Applying Genesis 35–37: Practical Steps for Daily Life

1. Trust God’s Faithfulness—Even When Life Is Uncertain

Genesis 35 shows God reaffirming His promises to Jacob, even after mistakes and family struggles. You can apply this by:

• Remembering that God’s promises are reliable, even when you feel weak or uncertain.

• Reflecting on times God has been faithful to you, and letting that encourage you in current challenges

2. Pursue Repentance and Purity

Jacob’s family was called to put away idols and purify themselves before worship. For you, this means:

• Identifying anything (habits, attitudes, distractions) that competes with God in your life.

• Taking intentional steps to “bury” those idols—whether it’s a negative mindset, unhealthy attachment, or anything that draws you away from God.

• Seeking renewal through prayer, reflection, and making positive changes

3. Recognize God’s Sovereignty in Joys and Sorrows

The chapters recount both blessings and painful losses (Rachel’s death, family conflict). You can:

• Trust that God is present in both good times and hard times.

• Allow your struggles to become opportunities for growth, reconciliation, and restoration.

• Remember that family and personal difficulties do not derail God’s plan for your life

4. Let God Work Through Your Brokenness

Joseph’s story begins with betrayal and suffering, yet God uses these events for a greater purpose. Apply this by:

• Believing that God can bring good out of your mistakes, pain, or even the wrongs done to you.

• Looking for ways God might be shaping your character or opening new paths through difficult circumstances

5. Embrace God’s Mercy and Patience

Jacob’s journey is marked by God’s patient guidance, despite his flaws. For you:

• Accept that God’s grace covers your imperfections.

• Be open to God’s gentle correction and ongoing transformation in your life.

• Respond to God’s call to deeper faithfulness, knowing He is patient and merciful

Living Out These Lessons

• Daily Reflection: Take time each day to reflect on God’s faithfulness and ask Him to reveal any “idols” or distractions in your life.

• Prayer: Pray for a pure heart, for strength in trials, and for wisdom to see God’s hand at work.

• Community: Share your journey with others—just as the Bible study encourages fellowship and honest conversation, seek support and accountability in your faith community.

Hope: Hold onto hope that God’s plan is unfolding, even when you can’t see the outcome.

Practical Steps to Pursue Repentance and Purity

1. Identify Your “Idols”

• Reflect on your life to recognize anything—habits, attitudes, relationships, or distractions—that competes with God for your attention or devotion.

• These “idols” can be negative mindsets, unhealthy attachments, or even good things that have taken the wrong priority1.

2. Take Intentional Action to Remove Them

• Just as Jacob’s family buried their idols, make a conscious decision to “bury” or remove anything that draws you away from God.

• This might mean changing routines, setting boundaries, or letting go of things that hinder your spiritual growth1.

3. Seek Renewal

• Pursue spiritual renewal through prayer, asking God to purify your heart and mind.

• Spend time in reflection, reading Scripture, and inviting God to reveal areas that need change.

• Make positive changes as you feel led—this could include seeking forgiveness, making amends, or starting new spiritual habits1.

4. Practice Ongoing Self-Examination

• Regularly examine your heart and actions, asking God to show you anything that needs to be surrendered or changed.

• Repentance is not a one-time event but a continual turning toward God.

5. Rely on God’s Grace

Remember that God is patient and merciful. Don’t be discouraged by setbacks; instead, trust in His forgiveness and keep moving forward1.

What Are “Idols”?

In the context of Genesis 35, “idols” are anything that takes priority over God in your heart or life. They don’t have to be physical statues or objects—they can be habits, attitudes, relationships, or even good things that become too important1.

Specific Examples of Modern “Idols”

1. Material Possessions

• Money, wealth, or the pursuit of financial security can become idols if they take precedence over faith, generosity, or trust in God.

2. Career or Achievement

• Work, success, or ambition may become idols when they consume your identity or time, leaving little room for spiritual growth or relationships.

3. Relationships

• Romantic partners, family, or friendships can become idols if pleasing them or relying on them becomes more important than following God’s guidance.

4. Personal Comfort or Pleasure

• Entertainment, hobbies, or comfort-seeking behaviors (like excessive screen time, food, or leisure) can distract from spiritual priorities.

5. Reputation or Approval

• Seeking validation, praise, or popularity can become an idol if you care more about what others think than what God desires.

6. Negative Mindsets

• Fear, worry, resentment, or unforgiveness can dominate your thoughts and actions, taking the place of trust and peace in God.

7. Technology and Social Media

• Excessive use of devices or social platforms can become an idol if they consume your attention and shape your values.

8. Good Things Out of Order

• Even positive things—like ministry, volunteering, or helping others—can become idols if they replace a personal relationship with God.

These examples show that “idols” are often subtle and personal. The key is to regularly reflect on what might be competing for your devotion, and to intentionally “bury” or remove those influences, just as Jacob’s family did

How to Identify Idols in Your Life

1. Examine Your Heart and Priorities

• Idolatry often begins internally, in the heart, before it shows up in behavior. Ask yourself: What do I love, trust, or desire more than God? What do I turn to for comfort, security, or meaning?

2. Notice What Consumes Your Thoughts and Energy

• Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21). If your mind is constantly occupied with your career, relationships, appearance, or possessions—more than with God—these may be idols.

3. Pay Attention to Your Instincts in Crisis

• When you face trouble, what do you instinctively turn to first—God, or something else (like your phone, money, or relationships)? What you trust in crisis often reveals your functional “gods”.

4. Ask What You Fear Losing Most

• What would devastate you if it were taken away? The things you feel you “can’t live without” often reveal your idols.

5. Reflect on Your Use of Time and Money

• Where do you invest most of your time and resources? What you prioritize with your schedule and spending often points to what you value most.

6. Consider Your Strongest Emotions

• Strong emotions like fear, anger, or jealousy can signal that something is functioning as an idol—especially if you react strongly when it’s threatened or unavailable.

7. Look for “If Only” Statements

• Fill in the blank: “If only I had ____, then I’d be happy.” Whatever you put in that blank may be an idol.

8. Evaluate Your Imagination and Daydreams

• What do you daydream about most? Where does your mind wander when you’re not focused on anything else? These can reveal hidden idols.

Self-Reflection Questions to Help Identify Idols

• What do I spend most of my time and money on?

• What do I fear losing the most?

• What do I turn to for comfort or escape?

• What do I think about or talk about most?

• What do I feel I “must have” to be happy or secure?

What would make me angry with God if He took it away?

Conclusion of Genesis 35–37

Genesis 35–37 reveals God’s unwavering faithfulness to His promises, even as Jacob’s family faces both blessings and deep struggles. God calls His people to repentance and purity, asking them to put away idols and renew their devotion. Through moments of joy and sorrow—such as the reaffirmation of the covenant, the deaths of Rachel and Isaac, and the painful betrayal of Joseph—God’s sovereign hand is always at work. These chapters teach that God can bring good out of brokenness and difficulties, and that His mercy and patience guide us toward deeper faithfulness. Ultimately, Genesis 35–37 invites us to trust God’s plan, seek spiritual renewal, and rest in His presence, knowing He is with us in every circumstance. [Document | Word]

 Thank you for spending this time with me. I really found that there are a lot of things that I am doing that are keeping me from being closer to my God. Things that I can easily bury. In today’s society it is really hard to live without some sort of idol in our earthly life. We really have to better. Strive to release things of this world and accept the wonderful gifts that our Lord has for us. Love one another and share the love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God Bless each and every one of you. I love you.