After Jacob found out that Joseph was alive, you would think he would be overwhelmed with joy. What we actually find out in Genesis 47 is that sorrow and darkness have shaped Jacob in a way that makes joy seem foreign. Listen and hear how the Gospel changes us to be honest about sorrow but also frees us to experience joy.
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The Paradox of Being Sorrowful Yet Always Rejoicing
Genesis 47:1-12
May 21, 2022 • Wes Van Fleet • Genesis 47:1–12
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