2:4-6 Family Fights The Edomites and Israelites were relatives—descendants of brothers Esau and Jacob. Even though Jacob and Esau reconciled after Jacob cheated Esau, their descendants still bore much mistrust. Sin can create a ripple effect that impacts multiple generations.
2:14 Growth under Pressure Israel had spent almost 40 years wandering in the wilderness. Spiritually, our time in the wilderness can last anywhere from days to years. God uses such times (whether short or prolonged) to cleanse us in necessary ways. If we are too anxious to get out of the hard places, we may miss the best part of God’s plan.