What does Genesis 25:31 mean?

Genesis 25:31 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Genesis 25:31 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And Jacob said, Sell me this day thy birthright.

29And Jacob sod pottage: and Esau came from the field, and he was faint:

30And Esau said to Jacob, Feed me, I pray thee, with that same red pottage; for I am faint: therefore was his name called Edom.

31And Jacob said, Sell me this day thy birthright.

32And Esau said, Behold, I am at the point to die: and what profit shall this birthright do to me?

33And Jacob said, Swear to me this day; and he sware unto him: and he sold his birthright unto Jacob.

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