Tag: Joseph
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Genesis 41: Joseph Is Promoted
Joseph is brought out of prison to stand before the most powerful man in the world, the king of Egypt, and interpret his dreams. Joseph, being full of the wisdom of God, both interprets and provides an application to the dream that will end up saving the entire near eastern world. Sources: Armstrong, S. (2013,…
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Genesis 40: Joseph Interprets Dreams
Two of Pharaoh’s highest ranking officials are thrown in prison for an unknown crime, where Joseph happens to be serving time. Both officials have a dream on the same night and thankfully Joseph is there to provide an interpretation. This provides some important setup for what will come next. Sources: Guzik, D. (2018). Genesis 40…
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Genesis 39: Joseph Is Falsely Accused
Joseph is promoted, then falsely accused, then demoted, then promoted again. God is with him the entire time, preparing him for what is to come. How does Joseph remain faithful during this roller coaster ride? Sources: Guzik, D. (2018). Genesis 39 – Joseph In Potiphar’s House. Enduring Word. https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/genesis-39/ Down, D., & Ashton, Dr. J.…
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Genesis 37: Joseph’s Betrayal
Joseph is a teenage shepherd who happened to have a couple dreams from God implying he would become a ruler. Naturally, he told his brothers who then plotted to kill him. Thankfully, they didn’t kill him but only faked his death and sold him into slavery instead. Where could God possibly be in this story?…
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