Emphasis Preaching Journal

The famous black pitcher, Satchel Paige, became famous for saying, "Don't look back. Something may be gaining on you." Jacob knew that his past was presently gaining on him. He had cheated his brother, Esau. He spent years away from his family hoping that Esau would cool his vengeful spirit, but now Jacob was headed home accompanied by his wives, concubines, children, and livestock.