Genesis 32:20

God's Word

And be sure to add, ‘Jacob is right behind us, sir.’ ” He thought, “I’ll make peace with him by giving him this gift that I’m sending ahead of me. After that I will see him, and he’ll welcome me back.”

Cross References

Genesis 32:19

He also commanded the second servant, the third, and all the others who followed the herds. He said, “Say the same thing to Esau when you find him.

Genesis 32:21

So Jacob sent the gift ahead of him while he stayed in the camp that night.

Genesis 43:11

Then their father Israel said to them, “If that’s the way it has to be, then take the man a gift. Put some of the best products of the land in your bags. Take a little balm, a little honey, gum, myrrh, pistachio nuts, and almonds.

1 Kings 20:31

His officers told him, “We have heard that the kings of Israel are merciful. Allow us to dress in sackcloth, put ropes around our necks, and go to the king of Israel. Maybe he’ll let you live.”

Proverbs 15:18

A hothead stirs up a fight, but one who holds his temper calms disputes.

Proverbs 16:14

A king’s anger announces death, but a wise man makes peace with him.

Proverbs 18:16

A gift opens doors for the one who gives it and brings him into the presence of great people.

Proverbs 21:14

A gift ⌞given⌟ in secret calms anger, and a secret bribe calms great fury.

Proverbs 6:35

No amount of money will change his mind. The largest bribe will not satisfy him.

Jonah 3:9

Who knows? God may reconsider his plans and turn from his burning anger so that we won’t die.”

2 Timothy 2:25

He must be gentle in correcting those who oppose the Good News. Maybe God will allow them to change the way they think and act and lead them to know the truth.

1 Samuel 6:5

Make models of your tumors and your mice which are destroying the country, and give glory to the God of Israel. Maybe he will no longer be so hard on you, your gods, and your country.