The good, the bad, and the ugly

Or maybe it should be- the good, the ugly and the sad, for Genesis 33-35. Chapter 33 tells us of the sweet reunion of brothers who were once estranged. Esau welcomes Jacob home with a warm heart and open arms. God was faithful. :) Jacob then stops to worship God and affirm that He is his very own God. I am so glad to know God as my very own as well. I love You Father!
Then chapter 34 is just ugly. For some reason I've had the false impression that sexual sin is worse now than its ever been. According to what we've read so far this year, it has always been a huge problem. It breaks my heart. Oh how I wish I could do something to fight the sexual exploitation of women and children. Father, I cry out to You on behalf of our daughters and sons. Please protect them from predators and from pushy, deceitful people. Keep our children safe and pure, and provide Godly mates for them who will nurture and care for them. Thank You. Please God, show me how to help anyone I can. Rescue those in bondage and slavery all over the world, and redeem their lives for Your glory. Amen.
Last, chapter 35 tells us of the deaths of Rachel and Isaac, which is sad. But at least the sadness was tempered with some good. Rachel had a son. Jacob got to see his father again before he died. Still, death is always sad for us. Yet we do not mourn as those without hope. We know that our loved ones who know the Lord are with Him. I can't wait to be with Jesus myself! Hallelujah!