Oxymoron: The end of Genesis

In the last bit of Genesis we see Jacob heading skywards, and the winding down of the story of these first bible characters. Joseph and his brothers - the 12 tribes - all die in the first chapter of Exodus. I skipped ahead, but pretend I didn't. By the way, Jacob clearly missed chapters 1 - 10 of "How to win friends and influence people" as he tells his sons what he expects they will become in a mix of blessings and curses worthy of the label "Tourettes". The first three kids he derides, the rest he either praises or suggests they will have a career in confectionery. Counselling anyone?

So what can I take home about Genesis?

1. Nobody's perfect. And maybe that's the idea. But try to make good decisions.
2. We work stuff out with God. When did we stop this and start putting both of us in a box?
3. Good things happen. Bad things happen. It's part of the journey.
4. Faith (a.k.a. hope) is important. Good people were faithful and faithful people counted.
5. Never trust a talking snake, and try not to pass out naked.

Now for Exodus..............