The Book of Genesis: Part IV

Joseph Blesses His Brothers (Genesis 50:15–26)

May 28, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

As the book of Genesis closes, Joseph blesses his brothers with his confident assertion that God sovereignly works all things for his good purposes.

Jacob Blesses His Sons (Genesis 49:1—50:14)

May 21, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

Before he dies and is gathered to his people, Jacob gathers his sons and provides one final word of blessing which will, in turn, shape their tribal destinies.

Jacob Blesses Ephraim and Manasseh (Genesis 47:28—48:22)

May 7, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

Jacob demonstrates a heart of faith as he elevates Joseph to the prominent status among the sons of Jacob by blessing Joseph’s sons Ephraim and Manasseh.

Jacob Blesses Pharaoh and Joseph Saves Egypt (Genesis 46:31—47:27)

April 30, 2023 • Clint Tees

Through honesty and faithful stewardship, Joseph ensures his family settles in the best of Egypt, Jacob blesses Pharaoh, and Joseph saves the Egyptian people as the famine grows more severe.

Joseph Brings His Family to Egypt (Genesis 45:16—46:30)

April 23, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

Joseph and Jacob are tearfully reunited when God affirms Joseph’s request to move the family to Egypt by assuring Jacob that God’s promises will be fulfilled through this time of sojourning.

Joseph Reveals Himself to His Brothers (Genesis 44:1—45:15)

April 16, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

When Judah demonstrates loyalty to Jacob and Benjamin by being willing to sacrifice himself, Joseph is able to reveal himself to his brothers to express forgiveness and communicate a greater sense of hope in God’s sovereign plan.

Joseph’s Brothers Return to Egypt (Genesis 43)

April 2, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

Joseph’s brothers return to Egypt to buy more grain, and Joseph uses the presence of his brother Benjamin (Jacob’s new favored son) to test the brothers’ sense of jealousy and maturity.

Joseph’s Brothers Go to Egypt (Genesis 42)

March 26, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

When Joseph’s brothers travel to Egypt to buy grain during the famine, God works through Joseph to awaken their consciences and expose their guilt over sinning against Joseph when they sold him into slavery.

Joseph Rises to Serve (Genesis 41)

March 19, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

After years of preparation, God sovereignly works his plan to demonstrates his power and have Joseph promoted from prisoner to second-in-command of all Egypt.

Joseph in Prison (Genesis 40)

March 12, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

Even as he was forgotten in prison, Joseph remained true to God’s vision for his life of leadership, service, and faithfulness.

Joseph in Potiphar’s House (Genesis 39)

March 5, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

The Lord was with Joseph as the Lord gave success to Joseph to Potiphar’s house and as Joseph faced the injustice of Potiphar’s wife’s accusations.

Judah and Tamar (Genesis 38)

February 26, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

In the midst of wickedness, fear, and unrighteous behavior, God works to maintain his promises to the family and Abraham and to give future hope by revealing Judah’s softening heart.

Joseph Sold by His Brothers (Genesis 37:12–36)

February 19, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

God’s sovereign plan for saving his people begins in an unexpected and tragic way: the mistreatment of Joseph as he is sold by his brothers into slavery.

Joseph’s Dreams (Genesis 37:2–11)

February 12, 2023 • Curtis Lindsey

God gives Joseph dreams of his future role which will save his family, but this future promise is threatened by present jealousy, favoritism, and hatred.

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