The Double Portion for the First Born

In every home with children, there is a firstborn. The firstborn grows up with a special destiny. Firstborns are thrust into the role of trailblazers and natural leaders.

They represent the future hope of the family and its name. They are also regarded as the first heirs of the family. According to ancient tradition found in Scripture, all of the children of a family should receive an equal share of the inheritance, but the firstborn receives a double portion.

The Scripture speaks of this blessing of the firstborn as the birthright blessing. The concept of the double portion is first mentioned in the Law of Moses: “But he shall acknowledge the firstborn . . . by giving him a double portion of all that he has, for he is the firstfruits of his strength. The right of the firstborn is his” - Deuteronomy 21:17.

A firstborn was entitled to receive twice the inheritance of that of a father’s other sons, in addition to the right of succession.

 Since the Mosaic Law stipulated a double portion for firstborns, the concept has been used throughout history to refer to God’s abundant blessing. Jesus Christ is called the “firstborn over all creation” - Colossians 1:15, a title that indicates His position as the Blessed One and rightful Heir of all things. The position was one of great honor and responsibility.

Many are the blessings of the Firstborn. There is nothing wrong with being the 2nd, 3rd or Nth born. Some Firstborns have lost their privileges and it has gone to others. Examples are Esau, Reuben etc.

May we never lose our privilege and double portions, in Jesus Name You will have good success this 2017. 

Remain blessed. 
Shalom.