The forty-seventh chapter of Genesis is full of gems, so it’s hard to choose on which to focus. However, since we’ve journeyed together through Jacob’s complicated life, I want us to look at his encounter with Pharaoh. The first astounding thing is that this meeting happens in the first place. Who is Jacob, after all? … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 47
This chapter of Genesis shows a revived Jacob making the trek down to Egypt. Before he leaves the land completely, he stops at Beersheba to offer sacrifices to the God of his father Isaac. Through this act of obedience, God speaks in one last vision to Israel, confirming his will in all that was happening. … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 46
The wall of mystery completely breaks down in chapter forty-five, as Joseph sends the servants out of the room and reveals himself to his brothers through tears of joy. Shocked by this revelation, the sons of Jacob aren’t sure what to do, but Joseph brings them close with words of comfort. This is where we … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 45
The one who willingly sold one brother would be the same to offer himself for the life of another. Judah had come a long way, and Genesis 44, shows us just how far. … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 44
Peace and provision comes from an unlikely source in chapter 43 of Genesis. You might be that person in someone’s life today, if you stay close to your Master. … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 43
Joseph’s brothers didn’t recognize him, but he definitely recognized both them and God’s hand in his life from the moment of his first dream to his place in Pharaoh’s court. Genesis 42 has much to teach us. … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 42
Joseph’s faithfulness in the prison leads to an opportunity to give God glory in the place of power. Will you be found faithful wherever you are in life? Will you give credit to God? Learn from Joseph. … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 41
Just because we feel trapped in a situation, doesn’t mean the Lord can’t intervene in a miraculous way. Joseph’s faithfulness, despite his circumstances, would lead to an open door in God’s time. The dreams reveal that time was now. … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 40
Joseph has come a long way literally and spiritually from Dothan to Egypt. What is evident, despite the desperate circumstances of his life? God was with him. … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 39
Babies are blessings even in the worst of circumstances. Genesis 38 reminds us that even in the midst of messy family stories, a baby can be chosen for a great purpose by a loving God. … More Gems from Genesis: Chapter 38