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In a day when quick answers, overnight solutions, and canned responses are the hope and desire, God's plans often feel slow or non-existent. If it takes more than a few minutes or days to get direction and see results, we can feel like God doesn't care or isn't present.We want quick answers to questions like:What's my purpose?What should I do about the difficult relationships in my life?Life isn't fair. Why can't I get a solution to this unfair life?Enter the life of Joseph. A man who was given a dream by God as a teenager only to see his life move in the complete opposite direction of that dream. Where was God? What was God's plan? Is this still God's plan? These and many others could've easily plagued Joseph as he was sold into slavery, then accused of a crime he didn't commit, and confined to a prison cell. However, the Bible repeatedly says, God was with Joseph. But life wasn't following Joseph's dream or plan - or so it seemed.In this series we will discuss how to trust God's plan when it seems to be taking longer than expected and in directions you never intended. When God has a plan for life the only thing necessary is time for God's plan to come to complete fruition. God never left Joseph - God never leaves you. Through the life of Joseph we can learn how to see God in what feels like the detours to God's plan, we can learn to rely on God in the valleys of God's plan, and we can learn to trust God's plan.

We continue our series: Heros of the Old Testament, exploring the lives of Joseph, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, and Moses. This week, Gemma reflects on Joseph: God With Us, from Genesis 39. After being sold into slavery and taken far from home, Joseph finds himself in a foreign land, facing injustice and imprisonment. Yet, even in the darkest of times, God is with him. Joseph's story reminds us that God's presence isn't limited to the good times—it sustains us through difficulty, loss, and uncertainty. What might it look like for us to recognise God's presence in the middle of our own trials? Let's continue to learn from these faithful lives and grow together in trust and hope.#HerosOfTheOldTestament #BeingFamily #OneFamilyTwoHomes [audio mp3="https://parishofcove.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/sermons/20260611-Reflection.mp3"][/audio] [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlJhvOZdGX4&live=1[/embedyt]

In a day when quick answers, overnight solutions, and canned responses are the hope and desire, God's plans often feel slow or non-existent. If it takes more than a few minutes or days to get direction and see results, we can feel like God doesn't care or isn't present.We want quick answers to questions like:What's my purpose?What should I do about the difficult relationships in my life?Life isn't fair. Why can't I get a solution to this unfair life?Enter the life of Joseph. A man who was given a dream by God as a teenager only to see his life move in the complete opposite direction of that dream. Where was God? What was God's plan? Is this still God's plan? These and many others could've easily plagued Joseph as he was sold into slavery, then accused of a crime he didn't commit, and confined to a prison cell. However, the Bible repeatedly says, God was with Joseph. But life wasn't following Joseph's dream or plan - or so it seemed.In this series we will discuss how to trust God's plan when it seems to be taking longer than expected and in directions you never intended. When God has a plan for life the only thing necessary is time for God's plan to come to complete fruition. God never left Joseph - God never leaves you. Through the life of Joseph we can learn how to see God in what feels like the detours to God's plan, we can learn to rely on God in the valleys of God's plan, and we can learn to trust God's plan.

Scripture: Genesis 39In this message, we explore the life of Joseph and how God remained present even in the darkest seasons of his life. Though sold into slavery and falsely imprisoned, Joseph's story reminds us that God's silence is not His absence.Key Points:Family dysfunction doesn't disqualify God's purpose – Joseph's trials began with generational brokenness, yet God still had a plan.God's presence changes everything – Genesis 39:2-6 shows that the Lord was with Joseph and caused all he did to succeed, even in slavery.Favor follows faithfulness – Joseph excelled because of his integrity and diligence, not because of ideal circumstances.Temptation is relentless, but God provides a way out – Joseph resisted the advances of Potiphar's wife, modeling obedience even when it cost him.Sin undersells its consequences – Disobedience in the palace could have cost Joseph everything. Instead, he chose the hard path of righteousness.Victory begins with vigilance – Proverbs 14:16 and 22:3 remind us that wisdom avoids evil and takes refuge in God's truth.God is working even in waiting – Psalm 27:14, Psalm 130:5-6, and James 5:7-8 encourage us to trust God's timing.There are no coincidences in God's plan – What may look like setbacks were divinely orchestrated setups for Joseph's future role in saving a nation (Psalm 105:16-17).Main Truth: God is present in your prison, and His plan is unfolding—even when it feels like you're going backward.

In a day when quick answers, overnight solutions, and canned responses are the hope and desire, God's plans often feel slow or non-existent. If it takes more than a few minutes or days to get direction and see results, we can feel like God doesn't care or isn't present.We want quick answers to questions like:What's my purpose?What should I do about the difficult relationships in my life?Life isn't fair. Why can't I get a solution to this unfair life?Enter the life of Joseph. A man who was given a dream by God as a teenager only to see his life move in the complete opposite direction of that dream. Where was God? What was God's plan? Is this still God's plan? These and many others could've easily plagued Joseph as he was sold into slavery, then accused of a crime he didn't commit, and confined to a prison cell. However, the Bible repeatedly says, God was with Joseph. But life wasn't following Joseph's dream or plan - or so it seemed.In this series we will discuss how to trust God's plan when it seems to be taking longer than expected and in directions you never intended. When God has a plan for life the only thing necessary is time for God's plan to come to complete fruition. God never left Joseph - God never leaves you. Through the life of Joseph we can learn how to see God in what feels like the detours to God's plan, we can learn to rely on God in the valleys of God's plan, and we can learn to trust God's plan.

Welcome to this week's message from our church, right here in the heart of our community. Today, Cornelius shared a powerful reflection on legacy, blessing, and the unwavering power of belief, drawing inspiration from the biblical account of Jacob's final blessings to his grandsons, Manasseh and Ephraim. Cornelius began with a relatable anecdote, a momentary scare involving a 97-year-old aunt who mistakenly believed she was nearing the end of her life. This lighthearted opening served as a poignant parallel to the main narrative: Jacob, at the ripe age of 147, propped up in bed, ready to impart his final words to his son Joseph and his grandsons. What do you say at the end of a long life? What words of impact can you leave for the next generation? Cornelius pondered this question, highlighting the significance of Jacob's impending blessing upon Joseph's sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. He poignantly recalled the recent passing of his own father, underscoring the weight and potential significance of such final pronouncements. While acknowledging the length of Genesis chapter 48, the passage detailing this scene, Cornelius focused on the serene and profound nature of the encounter. He referenced Rembrandt's 350-year-old painting depicting Jacob blessing the two grandsons, capturing the essence of this pivotal moment. What is the lasting inheritance, the ultimate blessing, one can bestow upon the generations to come? Cornelius then delved into key aspects of Jacob's final words. Firstly, Jacob reminisced about the loss of Rachel, his beloved wife, a deeply significant event in his life. Secondly, he recalled his transformative encounter with God at Bethel, a moment that irrevocably shaped his journey. Meeting God, Cornelius affirmed, changes everything. Thirdly, Jacob spoke of the "walk" of Abraham and Isaac, emphasizing the foundational faith of their lineage. Here, Cornelius drew a powerful connection to the defining characteristic of Abraham's life: his unwavering belief in God. "Abraham believed God," Cornelius declared, emphasizing the profound simplicity and power of this statement. He encouraged each listener to personalize it: "Cornelius believed God." This act of faith, he asserted, is what unlocks God's promises. He seamlessly transitioned to the teachings of Jesus, highlighting the central role of belief in the New Testament. He cited John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." Amen. Cornelius illustrated this further with the stories of Jairus, whose daughter had died (Mark 5:21-43), and Martha, grieving the loss of her brother Lazarus (John 11:17-44). In both instances, Jesus's response centered on the imperative of belief: "Just believe," and "I am the resurrection and the life. Do you believe this?" This emphasis on belief extends to us today, Cornelius affirmed. God has a plan, purpose, promises, and blessings for each individual, especially new believers, and for the church as a whole, mentioning his personal connection to the promises for "MCF" (presumably the church's initials). He passionately prayed for the people of Jordan, Thorpe, and Batemore, urging the congregation to believe in God's power to save. Addressing potential doubts, Cornelius encouraged listeners to "leave your buts out," echoing Abraham's unwavering faith even when faced with seemingly impossible circumstances – receiving the promise of a son at the age of 100. Abraham believed, Cornelius reiterated. Moving on to the concept of blessing, Cornelius offered a practical definition: "empowered to prosper." God doesn't just hand out provisions; He equips us with the means, talents, and opportunities to thrive. He wants to bless us abundantly. Quoting Psalm 23:6: "Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life," Cornelius shared personal experiences from Mozambique and Sheffield, testifying to the continuous flow of God's blessings through all seasons of life. Cornelius outlined three pillars that define this blessing: God looks after us, He protects us, and He leads us. This comprehensive care brings peace into our lives, a vital message, particularly for new Christians. However, he acknowledged that this doesn't equate to an easy life. Drawing on his three decades of experience in Mozambique, he recounted tales of war, famine, and death, moments where coping felt impossible. Yet, in those very moments, God's promise held true. He then shared the powerful words of Isaiah 41:13: "For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you." This verse, Cornelius revealed, provided immense strength in navigating life's challenges, likening life's difficulties to a dense bush where the path forward is unclear. God's promise is to take us by the hand and guide us through. Contrasting God's life-giving nature with the destructive intentions of the enemy, Cornelius quoted John 10:10: "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." It is1 through Jesus, Cornelius emphasized, that we receive true blessing and step into the abundant life God has promised, a life unique to each individual. He acknowledged the reality of "curses" and hardships that can hinder blessing, particularly within the local community of Jordan, Thorpe, and Batemore, drawing parallels to the hardships he witnessed in Africa. These negative forces, he explained, aim to diminish faith and prevent progress. Yet, the answer remains the same: Jesus. Through Jesus, we can overcome these obstacles. Returning to the narrative of Jacob, Cornelius referenced a 1250 Middle Ages depiction of the blessing, highlighting the unusual detail of Jacob crossing his hands. This detail, he explained, is significant to the story. Jacob, partially blind, was guided to place his hands on Manasseh, the firstborn, and Ephraim, the second. However, intentionally, Jacob crossed his arms, placing his right hand, the hand of greater blessing, on Ephraim, and his left on Manasseh. Cornelius explained that the names themselves hold meaning related to Joseph's journey. Manasseh, meaning "forget," symbolized Joseph's overcoming of past hardships and the loss of his father's household through the birth of his son. Ephraim, meaning "fruitful," signified God's blessing of productivity and prosperity in the land of Joseph's affliction. By crossing his hands, Jacob prophetically reversed the natural order. Affliction, symbolized by the firstborn, Manasseh, was moving backward, while prosperity and fruitfulness, symbolized by Ephraim, were moving forward. "Your pain is past," Cornelius declared, interpreting Jacob's action. "Your time of prosperity has come." This blessing, he asserted, is for us too. Even in times of pain and hardship, Cornelius reminded the congregation, God is present, echoing the recurring statement in the story of Joseph: "God was with him." Just as God took Joseph through the pit, slavery, and prison, He takes us by the hand through our difficulties. The message of Genesis 48, Cornelius concluded, is one of hope: we will come out of our afflictions and difficulties. God has a blessing, a plan, and a purpose for our lives, and He will bring it to pass. The key, however, is to believe. Bible References: Genesis 48: The entire chapter detailing Jacob's blessing of Manasseh and Ephraim. John 3:16: The core message of salvation through belief in Jesus Christ. Mark 5:21-43: The account of Jairus's daughter being raised from the dead through Jesus's power and Jairus's belief. John 11:17-44: The story of Lazarus's resurrection and Jesus's dialogue with Martha about belief and eternal life. Psalm 23:6: A declaration of God's continuous goodness and mercy. Isaiah 41:13: God's promise of help and reassurance in times of fear. John 10:10: Jesus's purpose to bring abundant life, contrasting with the thief's destructive intentions. Transcript Jesus Christ amen The first one is a little story that happened a few months ago. We got a text message from Sarah's auntie who was 97 and she was in hospital and she said I'm dying, I just want to say thank you for everything you've done and I want to say goodbye. And that was it. So Sarah was quite shocked. She got a bit upset about it. But then half an hour later she got a message saying from Seth George saying there's nothing wrong with her, she's in hospital for the very first time and she thinks she's dying because she's coming out. But our story today is a bit like that. Joseph was called to his father as his father was dying. So his father was propped up in bed and Joseph went to his father to hear the last words he had to say. So Joseph came to his father, hang on, came to Jacob. Jacob was propped up and there you are at the end of your life. Jacob was 147 years. What do you say at the end of your life? You have a few words still maybe when you are dying. Where is the next generation? His son and his two grandsons and Joseph sort of considered Joseph as the first born and now he is going to say something. What do you say for the next generation? How can you still impact the next generation? Your son or your grandson? My dad died last year, he was 90. He died suddenly so there were not many words said anymore. But if you have the time, I'm sure Jeff would have some words to say. Well, this picture gives a very beautiful scene actually of that chapter 48. I'm not going to read it because it's going to take too long. But that chapter is very, very serene. It's Jacob there with Joseph coming and his son and it is a bit like this. This picture is from Rembrandt, it's 350 years old and it is Rembrandt blessing the two sons Manasseh and Ephraim. That's what the story is about. It's just a part of it. The last blessing of Jacob to his sons. What do you give your last generation? Now when we read that chapter 48, we can extract a few things. Jacob speaks first of all, he speaks about Rachel dying which was truly a big thing in his life. It was his big love in his life so that was a big thing. But then he speaks about Bethel, that he had that experience with the Lord in Bethel which was a big thing for him. Meeting the Lord in Bethel, it changed his life. When you meet the Lord, I met the Lord and it changed everything. Then the second thing, he talks about the walk of Abraham and Isaac. The walk because there is where it started. We have generations here. Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and here he is going to bless Joseph, Manasseh and Ephraim. But he talks about the walk of Abraham. If we think about the walk of Abraham, it was amazing. Abraham had such a life. The whole of Genesis, what we read about Abraham obeying God, being called by God, receiving covenants, promises and he received the promise that he would get a son. But if I think about that whole and read that whole scene of Abraham, what really touches me and what I really take away from it is the next slide. Abraham believed God. From all of Genesis, I think the most important for all of us, Abraham believed God. It's so powerful. You can put your own name in there, you know. Cornelius believed God. I want that, you know, for everything. I want to believe God for his promises. For everything he's spoken to me. For the word of God. I want to believe every word of it. I do believe it, but sometimes I fail. I want to believe it. Everything he did. And then we can take it forward to Jesus because Jesus really he encouraged and spoke a lot about just belief. Just John 3 16 is what? John 3 16. Whoever believes, whoever believes will have eternal life. Amen. When we believe. And there's lots of those stories. When Jairus came, his daughter had died. And he came through the crowds to Jesus. And there he said, Jesus, it's too late. You don't need to come anymore. Jesus turned around. What did he say? Just believe. When Martha came towards Jesus because her brother had died. And there he came and he said, if you would have been here, he wouldn't have died. What did he say? I am the resurrection and the life. Do you believe, Martha? She said, yes, I believe. Again, believe. To trust him. And that we can take forward to us today. What about your promises, the promises you have? Maybe you haven't, you're new, you're a new believer. God has a plan and purpose for your life. Amen. God has promises, has blessings for you. We're going to talk a little bit about those blessings. But as well, God has blessings for the church, for MCF. I pray at 146, I love the promises God has for this church. Great things are happening. And they're ahead of us. Do you believe? Do you believe? Hallelujah. Only by faith we will get those promises. They will, like Abraham, like Abraham, those promises came to pass. Like today, because Abraham has moved away, Abraham is in heaven. We are here today. It's up to us now. Do we believe? Those promises for Jordan, Thorpe and Batemore, for the people of Jordan, Thorpe and Batemore. God will save each one of them. We pray for them. Do you believe? You see maybe many buts, buts, we see lots of buts. But leave your buts out. Like Abraham, Abraham was 100 when he got the promise that he would receive a son. He was 90, but he got it when he was 100. Do you think that was normal? You know? Jeff, Jeff, you're going to get a son. So like, Pauline, Pauline. Abraham believed. Amen. We'll move on to the next slide. Blessing, because God has blessings for us when we believe. God has blessings for us. Now, just the definition, there are many definitions of blessing, but a good one is empowered to prosper. God wants to empower us to prosper. He wants to give you a net to go fishing and say, on your way now. He doesn't want to give you just a load of money or a load of fish. No, he wants to give you a job and the rest of it and the gifts and talents and say, on your way now. He wants to bless you. And blessings will be all over you. If God says, I bless you. Gil, next slide. As God says, I bless you. He will bless you. Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life. It doesn't stop. When I went to Mozambique, I had seen God's blessing on my life. And there we were in Mozambique, among the poorest of the poor. And I thought, maybe it stops now. No, it didn't stop. Now we're here in Sheffield and I think, is this the end? No, it isn't. No, it continues. All the days of my life. All the days of your life. It doesn't stop. Amen. Next slide. So there are three pillars which define that blessing. And this is really like, I look after you. He wants to provide for us. He wants to protect you. And he wants to lead you. It is really a full package of peace upon your life. And I think especially new believers, new Christians need to hear that. God is really with you. God really loves you. And God really wants to bless you. He wants to look after you. He wants to protect you. And he wants to lead you. Does it mean that life is easy? No. Life has lots of difficulties. I lived three decades in Mozambique and I've been through lots of difficulties. And I can tell stories of war, of famine, of death. We've been through a lot. That you think like, I cannot cope with this. I cannot cope with this. And he said, no you can. Can you do the next one? I am the Lord your God who takes you with the right hand. And says to you, do not fear I will help you. Now this verse might help someone today. Because it helped me to cope and to come through life. He says, I will take you by the hand. And I say, yes Lord I need to be taken by the hand. Because I cannot cope, I cannot cope. I take you by the hand. And he says, don't fear. Keep on going, keep on going. I will help you. And life feels like a thick bush sometimes. And we don't see a way forward. But he said, I'll take you through. It's okay. You're going through. Keep going, keep going. Next one. John 10, 10. We already spoke about John 3, 16. And already, Lara already mentioned this as well. The thief comes to steal, kill and destroy. But Jesus came to give life, life more abundantly. It is all about Jesus. It is really Jesus who will help us, bless us. And take us into the life he has promised us. And the promise he has for you and the life he has for you is different than the one that is for you. And different from the one that is for me. We all have a plan and purpose. But there is another side as well. Next one. The thief comes to steal, kill and destroy. There are lots of difficulties in life. There are a lot of, there is curses running through. When we look at Jordan, Thorpe and Batemore. When I come from Africa and seen hardships and difficulties. I've seen curses operating. I know that curses are operating in people's life and holds people from being blessed. But again and again I say, Jesus, you need Jesus in your life. And through Jesus, you will come through. You will come through. Don't want to talk much about curses. But know that they are there. And they will hold you, withhold you from moving forward. And the worst thing is, it wants to diminish your faith. You know, it wants to weaken your faith that you will give up. That you will not believe. That you will give up. Amen. Next one. I'm going back. Still got three minutes. I'm going back to Jacob. This picture is about from 1250. So this is a really old picture from the Middle Ages. And it shows us very clearly Jacob blessing Manasseh and Ephraim. Amazing that they made this picture. And do you see something unusual here? It's got the hands crossed. Well that's in the story as well. Because Jacob was a little blind. And Jacob asked the boys to come forward. Manasseh and Ephraim. And now Manasseh and Ephraim, those two names, they speak about the life of Joseph. Now Manasseh was the first born. Next one. Manasseh was the first born. And when he was born, Joseph said, God has made me forget all my hardships and all my father's household. He has forget by having a new son, having born a son, new life. He said, God, in the life, in the land of my affliction, he has given me a son. He gives me joy. He has forgotten, it has forgotten my hardships. That's the name Manasseh. So Joseph really was dealing with his past. This was his past. And then he got a second son. Next one. And that's Ephraim. And then he said, now God has made me fruitful. God has made me fruitful, productive, prosperous in the land of my affliction. So now there is a sort of healing taking place in Joseph, in those two boys. First it is really the affliction and the pain. But the second one, now he sort of feels like prosperity has come to my life, blessing has come into my life. That's the second one. And then, next one, we go back to this picture. Then he is going to bless those two sons and normally the first born would get the blessing, the first blessing and would get a double portion of the inheritance. But in this case, Jacob, he turned them around. He turned those arms around. And he makes the first born, he makes the first, the second and the second, the first born. Because affliction is now going backwards. Prosperity, productiveness, fruitfulness is going forward. And by crossing them he said, your pain is past. Prophetically, I believe, he said, your pain has passed. Your time of prosperity has come. And I bless you two boys with this blessing. Your affliction, your pain is passing. But now prosperity, productivity, blessing has come. So he has turned it around and that is often our lives. You know, if you feel pain and you are going through hardship, know that God is in that hardship. Because even Joseph, in his difficulties, Joseph, when he went into the pit, when he went into slavery, when he went into prison, it says it again and again, God was with him. And he prospered. Right there, God is with him. Like I said, even in your difficulties, God says, I take you by the hand and will take you through. So even when you go through difficulties, know you are coming out. You are coming out. You are not going to stay there. And that is really the message of today of this Genesis 48. That you will come out of your affliction. You will come out of your difficulties. God has a blessing for you. He has a plan and purpose for your life. And he will make it come to pass. But believe. You must believe. And that is the story of today. And that is two minutes past quarter two. Hallelujah.

Speaker: Terressa Braden Lesson 23 – Genesis – 50: Burial of Jacob; Death of Joseph; God’s Promise Continues   Slides available here    

Sunday March 30, 2025

In this episode of Fatima Today, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran talk about St. Joseph—who he was, his family background, and how the Church came to understand his special role. Saints and theologians have taught that he was made holy before birth, like St. John the Baptist, and that he and Mary remained virgins in their marriage. This understanding also helps explain Mary's question at the Annunciation. The episode also highlights the many important titles God gave St. Joseph to guide and protect Jesus and Mary.

Genesis 41: 14-46

We thought about this for some time. How do we understand the references in today's ch. 10 of Exodus to the LORD hardening Pharaoh's heart.  (v.1,10,27)   Can God blame man for what God does – if that is the way to understand this?  Notice how Moses conveys the message of the LORD (i.e. Yahweh/Jehovah) to Pharaoh, “Thus says the LORD, the God of the Hebrews; how long will you refuse to humble yourself before me?” [v.3] Pharaoh refused to recognise the power of the one and only God.  In the time of Joseph God's power had been fully recognised as a result of the 7 years of famine and plenty.  Then we read in Exodus 1 v.8 “Now there arose a new king over Egypt that did not know Joseph” and the situation changed.  To restore the spirit of knowing and fearing the only real God was surely part of the purpose of God in sending the plagues.  God saw to it that a Pharaoh was “raised up” whose attitude and pride would cause this to happen.We can see a modern parallel to this today.  When printing was invented, the first book printed in nearly every language was the Bible!  We are celebrating 400 years since the King James Version of the Bible was first printed.  Four Centuries ago there was a wonderful change in the attitudes of many people; the world became more spiritual; laws were influenced by the principles set out in the laws in the Bible.  The R.C. Church tried to resist this but the reformation movement, fed by the reading of the Bible, spread throughout the world.  People at last read for themselves what God had really done and said.The effect of this reformation movement came to and end during the 20th Century, now a whole generation has now arisen who largely do not know the Bible.  Sadly some read the Bible to get power and influence for themselves and distort what it says and trying to find in it things they want to believe.  The stage is set therefore, for God to bring another series of plagues on the earth, to show his power to Godless man, so that once again people will be aware of the true God, but it will require one last dramatic act of God to really cause them to wake up – and that surely will be the return of Christ to rule the earth.

Finding purpose in life's unexpected journeys through the powerful story of Joseph. From betrayal to triumph, discover how God works through life's challenges and uses every experience for a greater purpose. Learn valuable lessons about maintaining faith during difficult times, finding meaning in suffering, and trusting God's plan even when life doesn't make sense. Explore themes of forgiveness, redemption, and divine purpose through Joseph's transformation from slave to Egyptian leader. Perfect for anyone struggling with life's direction, dealing with past trauma, or seeking to understand God's purpose in their struggles. Topics include biblical wisdom, spiritual growth, finding purpose, overcoming adversity, faith journey, personal development, Christian living, biblical characters, life lessons, divine guidance, spiritual transformation, and God's sovereignty.This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.Visit our websiteFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram

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Even though Joseph had forgiven his brothers years prior, they continued to live in fear after Jacob's death. We too, need to be reminded of the forgiveness we possess in Christ, despite the feelings of shame and condemnation that assault our hearts at times. Joseph's response to his brother's ill-founded fear teaches us invaluable spiritual truths like: leaving justice in God's hands, trusting the providence of God's goodness over man's malice, and leaving a legacy of hope for future generations. A life well lived for the glory of God is the “good life” we all seek!

You meant evil against me; but God meant it for good. Taught at Agape Bible Church on August 18, 2024. [44 minutes]

Paul Jones

Join us as Lead Pastor Jeff Martin wraps up our summer series in Genesis with chapter 37-50. As we make our way through this series, please feel free to email ⁠info@redeemercommunity.com⁠ with any questions you may have. Thanks for listening! Be sure to check out our website: ⁠https://www.redeemercommunity.com/⁠ Find us on social media: Instagram: ⁠redeemerjc⁠ Facebook: ⁠Redeemer Community Church⁠ Youtube: ⁠Redeemer Community Church⁠

After Jacob's death, the brothers still worried. Joseph assures them that God intended everything that happened to work for good. God does the same in our lives.

Joseph displays love and forgiveness to his shocked brothers. God offers us his love through Jesus our Savior.

When Benjamin found the silver cup in with his grain, the brothers thought they were doomed. Joseph had a surprise waiting for them. We fall short of God's glory, yet God surprises us with his grace.

When his brothers returned, Joseph set them up to see if they had changed. God had changed their hearts–-just as he has changed our hearts.

The famine brings the brothers to Egypt and Joseph's treatment exposes their guilt. God's grace removes not only sin, but also guilt and shame.

When the time was right, God brought Joseph to Pharaoh's palace so that he could preserve God's promises. God lifts us up when we are in need.

Brett Sanner Genesis 50:15-21

Joseph longed for his freedom from prison, and God gave him ability to interpret dreams to give him hope. God sets us free from sin through Jesus.

Joseph's roller coaster life takes another turn for the worse as he serves Potiphar and is accused of a crime. Jesus, too, was falsely accused, yet he willingly suffered for us.

Jacob caused trouble in his family by playing favorites. How thankful we are that God shows no favoritism but loves all people!

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Pastor Phil Ayres discusses the story of Joseph in Genesis, emphasizing the structure of story arcs found in literature and film. Joseph remains faithful despite being sold into slavery, accused falsely, and imprisoned. The sermon highlights the themes of God's favor, resisting temptation, injustice, and the importance of truth in the face of adversity. Listeners are encouraged to seek God's favor, resist temptation, and reflect on their relationship with God.  

Ways to Respond Asking God to change our circumstances Proper Emotional Response Walk closely with God Forgiveness Pray Recognizing God has a purpose in the pain

The story of Joseph teaches us that God is with us in our struggles. Not only that, but God is able to produce something from that struggle. Joseph had God's perspective on struggles in his life and remained faithful to God's promises. The post Joseph, God is with him appeared first on Ottawa Church of Christ.

The Book of Genesis | Week 2 | Joseph: God Meant it For Good | Kyle Clayton

The Book of Genesis | Week 1 | Joseph: God Meant it For Good | Kyle Clayton

Jeff Mann 01-07-24

Series: N/AService: Sun PMType: SermonSpeaker: Warren KingJoseph, son of Jacob, remained God’s man in a foreign land – and he serves as an example for us.

November 26, 2023 - Rev. Earl J. Spivey, Jr.

Humiliation before exaltation is the redemptive refrain of Scripture, and it echoes with particular clarity in the story of Joseph: God interprets dreams to bring about the exaltation of a beloved son, working both evil and good for his good purposes and for the fulfillment of his promises. Listen to Pastor Brett's sermon on Genesis 40-41 to learn how Joseph's redemption speaks to our own longing for a better country as we confidently await the exaltation of another beloved Son.

Pastor Klinkenberg delivers the message in the 10:30AM service.

Pastor Klinkenberg delivers the message in the 8:30AM service.

Pastor Klinkenberg delivers the message in the 8:30AM service.

Pastor Klinkenberg delivers the message in the 10:30AM service.

Series: "THE TEN COMMANDMENTS" – Ten Words that Glorify God, Defend Human Rights, and Point to Christ. Message Focus: God's sovereign love can turn man's evil intentions into something good.  Scripture: Genesis 37-50 Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor    Archive Date: 07/30/23 

Genesis 41:1-46 – Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5). Joseph, an incredible historical figure and a Prefigure of King Jesus, is a powerful testimony of how God builds character through our trials and tribulations. After enduring years of false imprisonment, God moves mightily and Joseph goes from a prison cell to the palace of […] The post Genesis 41:1-46- Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5) appeared first on The Mission Church.