An awkward moment occurs in this passage: the brothers of Joseph, without their father as a buffer, fear that Joseph will unleash his anger and revenge on his brothers for the evil they did to him in past times. They go to him and beg for forgiveness again, throwing themselves on his mercy. The answer … Continue reading God Meant It For Good (Genesis 50:15 – 50:26)
The Long Road Home (Genesis 49:29 – 50:14)
Jacob (Israel) dies at the ripe old age of 147. His family has been reunited. The miracle of provision has come through his long-lost son, Joseph, whose dreams have been fulfilled. Abraham has blessed all his sons, and his two grandsons from Joseph, his favored son. When he was dying, he instructed his sons to … Continue reading The Long Road Home (Genesis 49:29 – 50:14)
The Butler, the Baker, and the Dream Maker (Genesis 39-40)
Joseph can't seem to catch a break. His brothers sell him to Midianite (Ishamaelite) traders. The Midianites sell him to Potiphar in Egypt. He rises to a place of authority in Potiphar's house, only to have her wife make a play for him, and then falsely accuse him when he spurned her love. Then Potiphar … Continue reading The Butler, the Baker, and the Dream Maker (Genesis 39-40)
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