Verse 28 blessed them Jacob's life, ending in serenity and blessing, testifies to the power of God to transform character. His spiritual progress has six notable phases: (1) the first exercise of faith, as shown in the purchase of the birthright Genesis 25:28-34; 27:10-22. (2) the vision at bethel Genesis 28:10-19. (3) walking in the flesh Genesis 29:1-31:55. (4) the transforming experience Genesis 32:24-31. (5) the return to Bethel: idols put away Genesis 35:1-7. (6) the walk of faith Genesis 37:1-49:33.