John Calvin Commentary Genesis 29:1

"Then Jacob went on his journey, and came to the land of the children of the east." — Genesis 29:1 (ASV)

Then Jacob went on his journey. Moses now relates Jacob's arrival in Mesopotamia and the manner in which he was received by his uncle; and although the narration may seem superfluous, it yet contains nothing but what is useful to know, for he commends the extraordinary strength of Jacob’s faith when he says that he lifted up his feet to come into an unknown land.

Again, he would have us consider the providence of God, which caused Jacob to encounter the shepherds, by whom he was led to the home he sought; for this did not happen accidentally, but he was guided by the hidden hand of God to that place; and the shepherds, who were to instruct and confirm him concerning all things, were brought there at the same time.

Therefore, whenever we may wander in uncertainty through intricate windings, we must contemplate, with eyes of faith, the secret providence of God which governs us and our affairs, and leads us to unexpected results.