Genesis 47:1-31
As the story of Joseph and his family continues, Jacob and his sons are introduced to Pharoah and met with favor. Throughout the famine, Joseph is able to feed them. Jacob is now 147 and prospering, but he knows the end is drawing near so he asks Joseph to bury him in Canaan.
Genesis 46:1-34
No matter the twists and turns, the Lord will always bring about His plan and purpose, especially in and for His own people. We’ll see that in the life of Jacob as we witness his reunion with Joseph and rejoice in these final days of his life when he is faithful to the Lord.
Genesis 44:25-45:28
The amazing story of Joseph continues as his identity is revealed and he invites his family to live with him in Egypt. Follow along as Dr. McGee reminds us that, like Joseph, we may not always see God’s hand in our lives, but we can trust He is present and working for our good.
Genesis 43:16-44:28
Joseph’s brothers (that nearly killed him, and instead sold him into slavery) are back, and a family reunion is about to take place. Walk through these important pages of Scripture with Dr. McGee as he points out how Joseph’s heart and actions parallel those of Jesus Himself.
Genesis 42:15-43:15
The exciting story of Joseph and his brothers continues as Joseph (still unknown to them) demands his brothers go home and bring Benjamin back with them. Leaving Simeon behind as insurance they would return, the brothers arrive home and tell their father of the demand for Benjamin in return for food. Unsure, Jacob has no choice, because they are starving.
Genesis 41:46-42:14
The story of God’s providential hand in the life of Joseph continues as we see that he’s been fast tracked to leadership in Egypt. As Joseph leads the movement to store food in the cities, his personal life also expands with the birth of two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. As the famine begins, Jacob forces his sons to buy corn in Egypt. Joseph recognizes his brothers, but as they bow down, they do not recognize him.
Genesis 41:1-45
“Rags to riches” is how Dr. McGee describes this portion of our study. Last time we saw Joseph, he was still in prison. But as God’s hand continues to move in his life, Pharoah begins to have dreams, and none of his magicians or wise men can interpret them. Suddenly the butler remembers Joseph and tells Pharoah. Joseph interprets Pharaoh’s dreams, tells him about the upcoming years of plenty vs. famine, and Joseph is made overseer of all Egypt.
Genesis 40:1-23
Our story of Joseph continues in Pharaoh's prison, where his new cellmates are the baker and butler. Each has strange dreams that Joseph interprets. Although his interpretations prove correct, Joseph continues to languish in prison.
Genesis 39:1-23
God’s plan and purpose for our lives isn’t always what we’d choose, but He is always faithful. That’s the lesson we’ll learn as we continue to follow the life of Joseph. We pick up as Joseph is sold to Potiphar, an officer of Pharoah. While overseeing Potiphar’s house, Potiphar’s wife tries to seduce him. Although Joseph refuses, the woman covers up her own sin by framing Joseph. As our study closes, Joseph is thrown in jail.
Genesis 38:1-39:2
The Bible Bus takes a quick detour from the story of Joseph as we follow the line of Judah. Together we’ll hear more about Judah, his three children (Er, Onan, and Shelah), and meet Tamar, the chosen wife for Er who tricks Judah and gives birth to twins, Pharez and Zerah. It’s a tale of deceit and wickedness that serves as a warning to all of us today, but also a story of God’s redemption plan.