Podcasts about Potiphar

September's theme at Common Table is New Starts, New Families. Join us as we wrap up our journey through Genesis, following the lineage of a family that wrestles with God in a land where they're not in control. Joseph's story in Potiphar's house introduces the question: How should we respond to authority? Is obedience always a good choice?

We continue our examination of the life of Joseph. Genesis 39–40 records Joseph's life in the household of Potiphar, the false accusation by Potiphar's wife, his subsequent imprisonment, and how he interpreted the dreams of the baker and cup-bearer.

We welcome Mr. Roy Kim to our pulpit this Sunday. Genesis 39 tells the story of Joseph in Potiphar's house. Joseph experiences blessing, but also hardship. Joseph's travel down to Egypt was an act of betrayal. His brothers sold him to Ishmaelites as a slave. His brothers were jealous of Joseph. He had the coat that celebrated his favored status. Joseph did not have to get his hand dirty in the family business. He is merely sent to check on his brothers rather than help his brothers. We can understand how his brothers were overcome with rage. However, this does not give them any right to kidnap and sell their brother into slavery.Joseph ends up in Egypt. Moses, the narrator, tells us by the Holy Spirit, “the Lord was with Joseph.” God blesses Joseph's work, gives him favor, and prospers all that he does. It would see that Joseph would have an easy life. However, this is not the case. Potipher's wife temptes him to sin. Joseph refuses to give into her seduction. His reason is becasue he truly does worship his God even in the midst of this trial. Joseph says, “How then can I do this great wickedness and sin against God?”Unfortunately, this does not lead Joseph to enjoy greater blessing. No, his righteous refusal results in false accusations against him. Potipher's wife decides to cover her tracks by claiming Joseph made unwanted advancments. Joseph ends up in prison. One would think that the Lord could not protect him Egypt or in prison. However, Moses assures us, “the Lord was with Joseph.” Joseph experiences hardship, abondonment, and it seems he will just rot in prison. However, the Lord is always with him. One thing we learn is that we should not measure God's love by our circumstances or material blessings, but to trust him even when his providence is hidden.Ultimately, Joseph points us beyond himself to Jesus Christ, the better Joseph. Like Joseph, Jesus was the righteous one who suffered unjustly. But Christ willingly entered our fallen world, perfectly resisted sin, endured perverted justice, went to the cross, and rose again to accomplish salvation for his people. And unlike Joseph, whose experience of God's presence was seen throughout his trials, Christians have Christ with them now by his Holy Spirit. We must remember that we are never alone. God could protect Joseph in a foreign land and a dakr place. God is with his people. We must see that Christ is with his people, and God's purposes cannot be thwarted.

Try a free month of our Patreon for FREE with no obligation! Click here to claim your free month! This week we're reading the story of Joseph in Potiphar's house, as told in Genesis 39:1-23. Joseph finds himself enslaved in Egypt in the household of an Egyptian official named Potiphar. While God prospers Potiphar, and all those around Joseph, Joseph's own life seems to be on a downward trajectory, leading him first to be accused of sexual assault by Potiphar's wife and then cast into jail by Potiphar himself. If this is what being prospered by God looks like, we wonder if it's worth being prospered by God at all. At the same time, this text exposes much about the way the lives of vulnerable people are at risk due to the whims of powerful people, who feel entitled to their respect, their obedience, and even their bodies. While we can't save Joseph from his situation, we recognize, perhaps we can intervene in the stories of the Josephs of the world today.  

What does it look like to stand firm when everything around us is pushing us toward compromise? Genesis 39 gives us one of the most vivid and searching answers in all of Scripture. The story of Joseph and Potiphar's wife is not just a tale of moral courage -- it is a window into what it means to live in the unshakeable awareness of God's presence. Joseph, stripped of family, homeland, and status, finds himself in a culture that has no regard for the God he serves. And yet, when temptation comes -- persistent, powerful, and culturally acceptable -- his response cuts straight to the heart: how could I do this great wickedness and sin against God? That single question reorients everything. Joseph's resistance was not rooted in fear of getting caught or in sheer willpower. It was rooted in a high view of who God is. This episode explores that foundation and asks us to examine our own: when we are alone, when no one is watching, when the culture tells us it is fine -- who are we really? The answer to that question reveals not just our character, but the true depth of our relationship with God. For those of us carrying the weight of sin patterns, family cycles, or quiet compromises, this story offers something better than a moral checklist. It offers us a vision of what life looks like when God's presence becomes the defining reality of every moment.

Pastor Levi Matteson continues our sermon series on the life of Joseph, from Genesis 39:1-23, including Joseph's detour to Egypt, his run-in with Potiphar's wife, and his imprisonment, from Genesis 39:1-23, including 1) The World of Detours, 2) The LORD's Presence (Gen. 39:1–6), 3) One Stated, One Implied (Gen. 39:2–6), 4) What We Usually Mean By Home (Gen. 39:2; John 14:23; Heb. 11:13–16), 5) The Danger Meter (Gen. 39:6–10), 6) The Coat, Again (Gen. 39:11–20), and 7) The Pattern Holds (Gen. 39:21–23). This episode of the Evangel Houghton podcast is a Sunday message from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, September 20, 2026.

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 9 of Gospel Unfiltered, host Cornell Bunting sits down with Antonio Dominguez for a powerful conversation centered on the life of Joseph and the journey that took him from betrayal and imprisonment to standing before Pharaoh. Joseph's story is one of the clearest biblical examples of how purpose can survive betrayal, false accusation, delay, disappointment, and seasons of being overlooked. This episode explores Joseph's journey from his early dreams to being rejected by his brothers, sold into slavery, tested in Potiphar's house, falsely accused, forgotten in prison, and finally called before Pharaoh to interpret the dream that would change the course of his life. Together, Cornell and Antonio discuss:  What happens when the promise feels real but the process feels painful  How betrayal can affect identity and purpose  The importance of integrity when no one is watching  Why doing the right thing does not always produce immediate rewards  How to remain faithful during seasons of delay  What it means to use your gifts before recognition comes  The difference between being forgotten by people and forgotten by God  How adversity can prepare someone for leadership  Why spiritual maturity matters when opportunity finally arrives  How Joseph moved from simply having a dream to becoming a problem solver and strategist A key moment in Joseph's story comes in Genesis 41:16, when he tells Pharaoh: “It is not in me: God shall give Pharaoh an answer of peace.” That moment reveals how much Joseph had matured. The dream remained, but the dreamer had changed. This episode is for anyone who feels betrayed, overlooked, delayed, falsely judged, or stuck in a season where their purpose seems far away. Sometimes the promotion looks sudden, but the preparation rarely is. Join us as we go Beyond the Pulpit for honest conversations, real stories, and Kingdom truth. Welcome to the show If you believe in this mission and would like to support the podcast, become a sponsor, explore a partnership, or make a contribution, please visit: www.ehasinc.org Your support can help us continue telling stories that matter and turning conversations into real impact. Again, visit ehasinc.org to support Gospel Unfiltered or the broader mission of EHAS Inc. Thank you for believing in the work. Thank you for joining us for another powerful episode of Gospel Unfiltered.A special thank-you to our guest for sharing their time, wisdom, testimony, and perspective as we explored another powerful journey from the Bible and connected it to the challenges we face in everyday life. This is Gospel Unfiltered— Beyond the Pulpit. Honest Conversations. Real Stories. Kingdom Truth. God bless you.Support the showThank you for tuning in with EHAS CLUB - Stories to Create Podcast

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Today we come to four short instructions that are especially important in a time when we are constantly surrounded bycompeting voices and spiritual claims. Paul writes: “Do not quench theSpirit. Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good.Abstain from every form of evil.”  FirstPaul says: “Do not quench the Spirit.” The word “quench” is normallyused of putting out a fire. The Holy Spirit is often pictured in Scripture inconnection with fire. Paul is saying, “Do not resist or suppress the work ofGod's Spirit in your life.” How can we quench the Spirit? We can ignore Hisconviction. We can knowingly hold on to sin. We can refuse to obey somethingGod has clearly shown us in His Word. We can become spiritually cold andindifferent. The Holy Spirit desires to work in us and through us. Paul tellsus: Don't put out the fire. Thenhe says: “Do not despise prophecies.” In the early church, before theNew Testament Scriptures were completed, God used prophetic utterances in aspecial way to communicate His truth. But Paul immediately gives an importantbalance. Verse 21 says: “Test all things.” In other words: Don't believeeverything simply because someone claims it came from God. That is tremendouslyimportant today. Just because someone says: “God told me…” does notautomatically make their words true. Just because a preacher says somethingwith confidence does not mean it is biblical. Just because something appears onthe Internet, television, or social media doesn't mean we should accept it. Paulsays: “Test all things.” Whatis our test? The Word of God. The Bereans in Acts 17 were commended becausethey received Paul's teaching eagerly but then: “Searched the Scripturesdaily to find out whether these things were so.” Think about that. Theyeven checked the teaching of the apostle Paul against the Scriptures! That is awonderful example for us. Don't simply ask: “Does this sound good?” Ask: “Is itbiblical?” Don't ask only: “Is this preacher popular?” Ask: “Is what he issaying consistent with God's Word?” Don't accept a teaching merely because itmakes you feel good. Test it by Scripture. ThenPaul says: “Hold fast what is good.” Once something has been tested andfound true, don't let it go. There are some truths we should hold with a firmgrip. Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He died for our sins. He rose bodily fromthe grave. Salvation is by grace through faith. The Bible is God's Word. Jesusis coming again. Hold fast. Our culture changes rapidly. God's truthdoes not. Thenverse 22 says: “Abstain from every form of evil.” The Christian lifeinvolves both holding on and letting go. Hold fast to what is good. Stay awayfrom what is evil. Sometimes we ask, “How close can I get to something sinfulwithout actually crossing the line?” That is the wrong question. Paul says: “Abstain.”Move away from evil. Joseph demonstrated that in Genesis 39 when Potiphar'swife tempted him. He didn't stay there and discuss the situation. He fled. SecondTimothy 2:22 says: “Flee also youthful lusts.” There are times when themost spiritual thing we can do is simply get away from the temptation.  Thesefour instructions give us a wonderful pattern for spiritual discernment: Don'tresist the Holy Spirit. Don't reject truth merely because it challenges you. Testeverything by God's Word. Hold tightly to what is good and stay away from whatis evil. We desperately need that kind of discernment today. Let'spray. Heavenly Father, thank You for giving us Your Holy Spirit and Your Word.Help us not to resist or quench the work of Your Spirit in our hearts. Give usdiscernment so that we do not believe every spiritual claim we hear. Teach usto test everything by the truth of Scripture. Help us hold fast to what is goodand faithfully reject every form of evil. In a world filled with confusion andcompeting voices, keep our hearts and minds anchored firmly in Your truth. InJesus' name, we pray. Amen.

At 20 years old, former Spanish Fork High School three-sport athlete and football captain Hunter Rasmussen was accidentally shot in the leg during a hunting trip. Doctors later told him he had been approximately ten minutes from bleeding to death.What followed were weeks in the hospital, multiple surgeries, a life-threatening infection, and ultimately the amputation of his lower leg. But Hunter's story didn't end there.In this episode of the Especially for Athletes Podcast, Hunter shares the remarkable journey from the moment of the accident through years of recovery and learning to walk again. He talks about the lessons sports had unknowingly taught him for this moment, what resilience means when progress literally happens one step at a time, the importance of taking care of yourself without becoming consumed with yourself, and how keeping your “eyes up” can help you see both the road ahead and the people around you.Hunter also shares the role his faith played throughout the experience, including moments in the hospital when he struggled to understand how everything could possibly “work out.”This is a powerful conversation about resilience, perspective, faith, service, and continuing to move forward when life looks nothing like you expected.Socials:Instagram- @1_legged_hunterTikTok-1leggedhunterKey Moments:00:32:17 - Meet Hunter Rasmussen00:35:27 - Hunter's Story: Sports, Hunting & Growing Up00:37:30 - Choosing to Serve a Mission00:39:29 - Returning Home & Starting Life Again00:40:34 - The Hunting Trip That Changed Everything00:41:52 - Realizing He Had Been Shot00:42:27 - The Makeshift Tourniquet That Saved His Life00:44:12 - “Your Life Flashes Before Your Eyes”00:45:22 - Fighting to Stay Awake00:46:37 - “Everything's Going to Work Out”00:47:29 - Emergency Surgery & Compartment Syndrome00:48:39 - Unable to Move His Foot00:49:25 - Hearing the Word “Amputation”00:50:27 - A Life-Threatening Infection00:51:35 - Losing His Leg00:52:29 - Only a 10–15% Chance of Keeping His Knee00:53:23 - The Turnaround Doctors Couldn't Explain00:54:35 - Learning to Walk Again00:57:58 - What Resilience Means to Hunter00:59:15 - How Sports Prepared Him for Adversity01:00:25 - “Just Keep Going”01:02:43 - What “Eyes Up, Do the Work” Means to Hunter01:05:20 - Looking Up Helps You See Others01:06:27 - Take Care of Yourself—Then Help Others01:09:17 - Reframing Difficult Experiences01:13:03 - Faith, Adversity & the Story of Joseph01:15:47 - Pits, Potiphar, Prison—and Your Pharaoh Moment⸻Especially for Athletes:Website: https://e4a.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EspeciallyForAthletes/X: https://x.com/E4AfamilyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/especiallyforathletes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbWc7diAvstLMfjBL-bMMQJoin the conversation using #E4APodcast⸻Credits: Hosted by Dustin Smith & Shad MartinProduced by E4A and IMAGINATE STUDIO

God helps me to forgive others. “ ‘Forgive, and you will be forgiven' ”(Luke 6:37, NIV).

God helps me to forgive others. “ ‘Forgive, and you will be forgiven' ”(Luke 6:37, NIV).

In this study we will take a look at the women within the Bible. We will look at each one of them and see how their story influences our lives today.As we continue our study in this fantastic insight of the Women of the Bible, this morning we take a look at Zilchah, Potiphar's wife.THE FAILED SEDUCTION OF JOSEPHPotiphar's Wife Cries 'Rape!'Genesis 39Potiphar's (belonging to the sun) wife tried to seduce Joseph, a slave in her husband's household in Egypt. Joseph refused her, and she took her revenge by accusing him of attempted rape. Joseph resisted the allure of a foreign woman (and a foreign culture) by staying true to Israelite ways, but there was a price to pay.Pot'iphar. An Egyptian name, also written Potipherah, signifies belonging to the sun. Potiphar. With whom the history of Joseph is connected, is described as an officer of Pharaoh; chief of the executioners, an Egyptian." Gen. 39:1. Compare Gen. 37:36. (B.C. 1728).He appears to have been a wealthy man. Gen. 39:4-6. The view we have of Potiphar's household, is exactly in accordance with the representations on the monuments. When Joseph was accused, his master contented himself with casting him into prison. Gen. 39:19-20. After this, we hear no more of Potiphar. What the story is aboutThe story of Potiphar's wife is all about the difference between Egypt and Israel. Different ideals, different cultures, different practices.   Why is this particular story in the Bible? Because the seductive nature of Egyptian culture always posed a danger to the honesty of Israelite culture.  Egypt's sophistication was admired throughout the ancient world, and many people came under its influence. The Israelites led by Moses would eventually flee from it, just as, in this story, Joseph fled from an appealing Egyptian woman.The time period for the story is uncertain, but it seems to be set during the Middle Kingdom, somewhere around 1727 BC. Potiphar may have been 'Ptahwer', an officer of Pharaoh Ahmenemhet III, but there is no real evidence either way. The story happens during a period of economic prosperity. The story unfolds in the household of a rich man, Potiphar, who owns many slaves. One of these is the Hebrew Joseph, a man of unusual ability who has been placed in control of Potiphar's large estate and household.  The story contains three central episodes:1 Background details for the story (Genesis 39:1-6) 2 The wife's attempted seduction of Joseph (Genesis 39:7-12) 3 The wife's accusation (Genesis 39:13-20)1  Captain of the guard = The idea behind this title means chief of police, or probably more precisely, Potiphar was head of Pharaoh's personal security force. He was a highly trusted official in the government of Egypt.Bought him from the Ishmaelites = Joseph was a slave. He seemed to have no control over his destiny but was bought and sold like a piece of property. He could have ended up with anyone, but Potiphar bought him.In Genesis Chapter 37 beginning with verse 12 we read about Joseph brothers devise a plan to kill him, but then Reuben steps in and convinces them to cast Joseph into a pit. Then we read in verse 25 that the Ishmaelites come by and Judah gets a brain storm and convinces his brothers to sell Joseph to these Ishmaelites, for 20 pieces of silver. (20 in Biblical Numeric's is disappointed expectancy. 20 is the double of ten, and may in some cases signify its concentrated meaning. But its significance seems rather to be connected with the fact that it is one short of twenty-one, 21 - 1 = 20; that is to say, if 21 is the three-fold 7, and signifies Divine (3) completion as regards spiritual perfection (7), then twenty, being one short of 21, it would signify what Dr. Milo Mahan calls expectancy) (2-3) Yahweh is with Joseph. (4-6) Yahweh blesses Potiphar for Joseph's sake.6   Now Joseph was handsome in form and appearance = Joseph's appearance was of special note. The Bible only calls two other men beautiful: David (1 Samuel 16:12) and Absalom (2 Samuel 14:25). Moses was said to be a beautiful child (Exodus 2:2). Joseph was the first son of the Hebrew brave woman, Rachel. He had every Yahweh-given advantage except personal freedom: he was handsome, intelligent, and shrewd - a born leader. He also had Yahweh's special favor. But he was a slave, although one of the high-ranking and influential servants who exercised power in ancient households and court circles.    After being kidnapped and sold into slavery, Gen. 37, Joseph found himself in the household of the second man in the story, a wealthy officer in Pharaoh's service, Potiphar, who became Joseph's master. By being forced of hard work and his own native intelligence, Joseph rose through the ranks of the household slaves, eventually becoming overseer of Potiphar's household and estates. Under Joseph's supervision, everything ran smoothly, and Potiphar was left free of responsibility, able to devote himself to his one great passion, food. ‘…he had no concern for anything but the food that he ate.' There is nothing wrong with enjoyment of food, but the implication of the text is that Potiphar had no interest in any of the other normal pleasures of life, including sex with his wife.  The Hebrew text uses the word 'saris' to describe him. This can mean 'courtier', 'someone who belongs to the king', but elsewhere in the Old Testament 'saris' is used to describe a eunuch.  Potiphar was married and therefore cannot have been a eunuch, but there may be a sly suggestion that Potiphar's sexual prowess was not all it should have been.   Potiphar's Wife tries to seduce Joseph - Genesis 39:7-127  His master's wife cast longing eyes on Joseph, and she said, “Lie with me” = Potiphar's wife was undeniably forward towards Joseph. Literally, Potiphar is called a eunuch of Pharaoh (Genesis 39:1). If Potiphar was literally a castrated eunuch, perhaps his wife looked for sexual activity elsewhere.i. Maybe Potiphar's wife felt deprived. It was possible that Potiphar was a eunuch, and the marriage was purely a ceremonial arrangement. It may be that she felt free to pursue sexual pleasure outside the marriage. This attitude is common today, and our modern culture believes people are deprived unless they pursue every sexual desire they feel. This is a lie and makes our sexual desires gods that rule one's life.ii. Also, it seems that in ancient Egypt there were low moral expectations on women, even married women. It was often assumed that women would have sex outside marriage. Potiphar's wife wasn't looking for a relationship, just a good time. Again, our modern culture promotes the idea that sex is great and often better apart from meaningful relationships. The truth – both biblically and lived out in life – is that sex is far better in committed, married relationship; that sex means something.iii. Joseph was an attractive man (Genesis 39:6) and perhaps this had something to do with the longing of Potiphar's wife. That he seemed beyond her reach was also probably a factor. If this was so, then she was not the first or last woman who tried to seduce a man out of a sense of challenge or in seeking self-worth. Potiphar's wife may have looked to Joseph with a desperate attempt to feel desirable and worth something.Lie with me = This was bold and a strong temptation to Joseph. It reminds the believer that when they face strong temptations, others have also faced them.i. Satan wants Yahweh's people to think their temptations are unique; that no other person could understand what they are going through in a particular temptation. The Bible reminds the believer there is no temptation that has overtaken us except what is common among people (1 Corinthians 10:13).ii. “Slavery itself was a small calamity compared with that which would have happened to young Joseph had he been enslaved by wicked passions.” (Spurgeon)(13-18) Potiphar's wife falsely accuses Joseph before Potiphar.(19-20) Joseph is sent to prison.Summary  This story explores the moral vacuum in the heart of a rich, bored woman. She has power over other people's lives, but none over her own. She lacks the children she had a right to expect, and she lacks the love of her husband. In short, she has no purpose. As the story unfolds, we realize that Joseph the slave was able to exercise more control over circumstances than she was.  In an apparently vulnerable position, Joseph was able to resist the allure of a foreign woman and a foreign culture. Both tried to entice him, but he stayed true to the Israelite moral code, which had a different understanding of the rights of men and women.  'In the Joseph story, good things happen to bad people, bad things turn out to be good things by misadventure. It is no coincidence that just after the sale of Joseph into slavery, Judah enters into ambiguous sexual relations with a Canaanite daughter-in-law, Tamar. Join me as we go Chapter by Chapter, Verse by Verse, Unraveling the Words of Yahweh!Have any questions? Feel free to email me; keitner2024@outlook.com

Title: Talk About His Precepts Speaker: Creston Thomas Series: Psalm 119 Date: September 6, 2026 Bible: Psalm 119:78 The sermon explores Psalm 119:78, urging believers to trust God's vindication when facing false accusations and persecution from the proud. By analyzing the Hebrew word for 'let' as a humble plea rather than a command, the text emphasizes that it is appropriate to ask God to shame those who oppose His truth. The preacher illustrates this through Joseph's experience in Genesis, showing how he refrained from defending himself against Potiphar's wife and instead relied on God's timing. Believers are encouraged to meditate on God's precepts and silence their own defenses, allowing Scripture to speak for them. Ultimately, the message affirms that God faithfully honors His word and vindicates those who remain faithful amidst trials.

What defines a true "Man of God" when the world measures success by net worth, status, and influence? In this episode of SWAT Radio, Doug McCary is joined by Brad Sykes and Jonathan Stephenson (Warrior Forge Foundation) to dive into 1 Timothy 6:11–16 and unpack what God actually requires of Christian men. Together, they confront the hidden struggles men face—from pornography and secret sin to passivity and pride—and outline the path toward real spiritual victory and lasting legacy. In This Episode: God's Scorecard vs. The World's: Contrasting worldly achievement (Steve Jobs) with radical dependence and faithfulness (George Müller). Fleeing vs. Fighting: Why some battles require running immediately (like Joseph from Potiphar's wife) rather than trying to negotiate with temptation. Radical Amputation & Accountability: Removing the provisions that feed the flesh, dropping the "Christian veneer," and opening your life to trusted brothers. Pursuing Righteousness: Why true godliness isn't about legalism or perfection, but about the direction of your heart and a daily hunger for Christ. Fatherhood & Legacy: What it takes to leave a lasting spiritual imprint on your family and community. Key Scriptures Mentioned: 1 Timothy 6:11–16 1 Samuel 12:1–5 Romans 13:14 Matthew 5:29 Connect With SWAT Radio: Website: swatradio.com (Listen to full archives or join a local men's Bible study) Support the Show: If this message challenged or encouraged you, leave a 5-star rating, follow the podcast, and share this episode with a brother who needs to hear it.

“May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.” (Numbers 6:24–26 NLT) Attention is becoming a scarce commodity in our modern culture. Attention spans have become alarmingly short. Algorithms are constantly being tweaked and perfected to keep people’s focus on their screens. As a result, many people have little attention to spare for others. How often do you find yourself talking to someone who isn’t listening—or who’s giving you considerably less than their full attention? And when you call them on it, the conversation usually goes something like this: “Did you hear what I just said?” “Yes.” “What did I say?” “Uh, something about something that happened.” We may be tempted to wonder if we face the same challenge with God. He is the Sustainer of the universe, after all. Given the infinite number of things that concern Him, we may question whether we have His full attention. And when things aren’t going well for us, we may start to doubt that He’s even aware of our struggles. Maybe Joseph felt that way at times. After all, he was only human. He had done all the right things, even after his brothers betrayed him and sold him into slavery. He had resisted the advances of Potiphar’s wife. And what did he get for being a person of integrity? He was falsely accused of sexual assault and thrown into an Egyptian prison. How easily Joseph could have thought, “This is just great. You serve the Lord, you do what God wants, and this is where it gets you. If I had given in to Mrs. Potiphar, I wouldn’t be here right now. I would be living in the lap of luxury. But here I am, suffering!” Of course, this would have been a shortsighted reaction. The truth is that God’s full attention was on Joseph, not just on his immediate circumstances, but on his long-term potential. God’s plan wasn’t for Joseph to be comfortable every day of his life and fully informed of what the future held. His plan was for Joseph to save countless people from famine and to set into motion the events that eventually would lead the people of Israel to the Promised Land. Joseph was the ideal person for the job because he was willing to be still in even the worst circumstances. To look for the opportunities that presented themselves in prison. To use his God-given skills in surprising ways. Even in the quietness of prison, Joseph was not outside God’s attention. He certainly didn’t understand everything that was happening to him. But he recognized that his circumstances were part of his preparation. He trusted that God was equipping him for something greater. We too can have that confidence. Numbers 6:24–26 says, “May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace” (NLT). The idea is that the Lord gives us His full attention. Be still and let that amazing truth give you comfort in both good times and bad. Reflection question: What does it mean to you to have God’s full attention? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when you cannot understand what God is doing?Joseph's story is filled with dramatic highs and lows. His brothers turn against him and sell him into slavery. He finds success in Potiphar's house, only to be falsely accused and thrown into prison. Eventually, Joseph stands before Pharaoh and rises to a position of authority over Egypt.Throughout every change in Joseph's circumstances, one truth remains: the Lord was with him.In Week 3 of The Story, Sherard Romar follows Joseph's journey and reminds us that God's work is often difficult to recognize while we are living through it. Joseph eventually understood that God had used his journey to put him in a position to preserve his family during the famine.We may not understand the chapter we're living in right now, but God sees the whole story. We don't have to know everything God has planned in order to follow Him, trust Him, and believe that He is with us.Our greatest hope is not simply that God will change our circumstances. Our hope is Jesus Christ, who saves us, walks with us, forgives us, and gives us eternal life.Key Scriptures: Proverbs 3:5-6; Genesis 37–45; Hebrews 13:5; Joshua 1:9; Isaiah 41:10; Romans 8:38-39Series: The Story Week 3: The Lord Was With Him Speaker: Sherard RomarEagle Community Church of Christ Mont Belvieu, TexasLoving God. Loving People. Following Jesus.

Listen in as Pastor Kirk continues our series on the life of Joseph and looks at Joseph & Potiphar's wife. The message looks at Genesis 39:1-23.   www.CalvaryFayetteville.com info@CalvaryFayetteville.com 479-442-4634

"When it was time..."The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FD-EKLAyvI&list=PLrgvg1IJfGEoNskcuggMJPDwYu1n9alpmPastor Nate ClarkeAugust 23, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Genesis 41:1-9- Genesis 41:14-16- Genesis 41:25-27- Genesis 41:33-36- Genesis 41:41-57- When it was time...- When it was time, Joseph was prepared- Genesis 41:16- Genesis 41:33-36- Genesis 41:48-49- 2 Timothy 4:2- Promotion isn't just a reward, it's a increase of responsibility- When it was time, Joseph changed his garment- Genesis 41:14- Genesis 41:42- The four garments of Joseph:     - Coat of many colors: Favor, identity      - Garment in Potiphar's house: character, integrity     - Garment in prison: faithfulness in suffering, quiet and hidden     - Fine linen: Authority, exaltation - Philippians 2:8-9- Isaiah 61:10- When it was time, Joseph was healed- Genesis 41:50-51- Philippians 3:13-14- Isaiah 43:18-19- Genesis 41:52- John 15:5- 1 Peter 5:10-11- Psalm 126:5-6- God's plan for redemption is moving forward unhindered.      - the details of the plan     - the timing of the plan     - the people of the plan- Proverbs 21:1- Genesis 41:57Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

  Not every job is a calling you picked — and for a lot of working moms, that's exactly the point. In this episode, we talk honestly about what it looks like to show up faithfully in work you didn't choose, why that counts as ministry, and how to find real joy even when you don't want to be there. This one is especially for the moms working because they have to, not because it was ever really a choice — and for anyone who's felt like they don't quite belong in the stay-at-home-mom world or the career-mom world. You're not alone in that in-between space. In this episode, we cover: Why not loving your job doesn't mean your faith is weak What Joseph's story in Genesis teaches us about faithfulness in seasons we didn't choose The difference between happiness and joy — and why you can be honest about hating your job and still carry joy A word for moms who feel like they don't have "their people" One simple thing to carry with you this week, no plan required Scripture referenced: Genesis 39–41 (Joseph in Potiphar's house and prison) Colossians 3:23 Need extra support? This community offers Christian life coaching and biblical counseling through Faith Led Ministries. Find those resources, plus the Faith Led Working Moms Facebook group, at faithledministries.com. Continue Growing with Faith Led Ministries If today's episode encouraged you, I'd love to invite you to continue growing with us at FaithLedMinistries.com. There you'll find: Biblical encouragement for everyday life More podcast episodes for overwhelmed Christian working moms Free resources to strengthen your faith Biblical counseling Christian life coaching The Faithfully Balanced course designed to help working Christian moms move from overwhelm to intentional, faith-filled living Our mission is to help you know Christ, apply God's Word, and walk faithfully through every season of life through biblical encouragement, practical strategies, and biblical counseling principles. Email: Lindsay@faithledministries.com Website: www.faithledministries.com Instagram: @faithledworkingmoms Facebook Community: Faith Led Working Moms Community

In this message, Greg leads us through the story of Joseph and the struggle of waiting when God feels silent. From being sold by his brothers, to serving in Potiphar's house, to sitting forgotten in prison, Joseph's life reminds us that God is still present and working even when we cannot see it or feel it. Through Joseph's story, we're encouraged to remain faithful wherever we are, trusting that God is never outmaneuvered by our circumstances. What others may mean for evil, God can use for good—and ultimately, Joseph's life points us to the greater Joseph, Jesus, who suffered unjustly to bring salvation to many. If you're in a season of waiting, silence, pain, or uncertainty, this message is a reminder to keep walking: God is there, God is working, and He is faithful.

In this Anniversary Sunday message, Pastor Chad Veach celebrates 11 years of Zoe Church while challenging believers to fight for the freedom Jesus has given them. Freedom is first received, then learned, but it must also be fought for. Drawing from Galatians 5:1, Pastor Chad declares, “I'm standing because I'm staying.” Following Jesus requires a determination not to return to old thinking, relationships, habits, jealousy, greed, or anything else that once held us in bondage. Staying free means standing firm in Christ, surrounding ourselves with community, and keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus instead of becoming distracted by what is happening in other people's lives. Pastor Chad also teaches that fighting for freedom means knowing when to stand and when to run. Using Peter walking on water and Joseph fleeing Potiphar's wife, he shows that there are moments when believers must intentionally run from environments, relationships, temptations, and compromises that could destroy their destiny. Freedom is too valuable to play around with the things that once kept us bound. As Pastor Chad puts it, “You can have my jacket, but you can't jack my calling.” Ultimately, freedom isn't meant to be used selfishly. God sets us free so that we can serve others and become planted in community. Reflecting on Zoe Church's 11-year journey, Pastor Chad emphasizes that the church was built through people who decided, “It's not about what we can get anymore, it's about what we can give.” The call is to stand in freedom, serve the house of God, stay connected to people, and use the story of what God has done in our lives to help others find freedom too.

Next Gen Sunday Drawing from the life of Joseph, this message explores how genuine faith equips us to navigate life's greatest tests—from the isolation of the pit to the temptations of Potiphar's house and prison. By taking personal responsibility, fleeing sin, and acknowledging God's constant presence, we begin to see that our darkest trials are often strategic paths toward His purpose. Ultimately, Joseph's story demonstrates that true strength lies in choosing forgiveness over revenge, allowing God to transform what was meant for evil into a powerful blessing for many.

Listen in as Pastor Kirk Shelton shares the next message in our series on Joseph's life. This week, he is sharing a message from Genesis 39:1-23 entitled "Joseph in Potiphar's House."   www.CalvaryFayetteville.com info@CalvaryFayetteville.com 479-442-4634

Title: Living for His Name's Sake: Aligning Our Lives with God's Character Podcast Description In this broadcast of For Zion's Sake, Shelley and June Volk explore what it means to live "for His name's sake." Drawing from the Old and New Covenants, they discuss how living for God's name transforms daily choices—enabling believers to crucify selfishness, forgive freely, and reflect God's holiness. By examining Daniel's intercessory prayer and the story of Joseph in Potiphar's house, the Volks show how carrying the name of the Lord brings divine favor, strength, and testimony even during life's deepest trials. Key Takeaways A New Quality of Life: Living for His name's sake brings a spiritual renewal (chadosh in Hebrew, kainos in Greek) that crucifies inherent selfishness and replaces it with divine love. Carrying God's Name: Just as Daniel identified God's people by His name, believers carry the name of Jesus today, bearing a responsibility to represent His character honorably. Practical Freedom and Holiness: Living for the Lord's name empowers believers to extend forgiveness, overcome addictions, and remain steadfast through hardship. The Example of Joseph: Even in slavery and betrayal, Joseph lived faithfully, causing God's presence and blessing to extend to Potiphar's entire household for Joseph's sake. Bible Passages Referenced Daniel 9:18–19 – Daniel's prayer asking God to hear and forgive for His own sake. Matthew 6:9–13 – The Lord's Prayer, emphasizing the hallowing of God's name and the coming of His kingdom. Genesis 39:1–5 – The Lord prospers Joseph in Egypt and blesses Potiphar's house for Joseph's sake. Support the show: https://shellyandjunevolk.com/product/partner-with-us-psalm-127-fund/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey ya'll welcome to the podcast and thanks for joining us. We are continuing on in our series through the faith hero's in Hebrews 11. Today we are continuing in the life of Joseph. We start at Genesis 39. Picking up with Joseph in Potiphar's house and the temptation of Potiphar's wife. Going all the way through his time in the prison. Get your bibles ready and your note books out. Lets be good students of Gods word!We pray this episode is a blessing to you and you are elevated in the word!

What if the detour you're in right now is actually the preparation?In this message, special speaker Tim Spurlock walks us through the life of Joseph, from the pit to Potiphar's house to prison to the palace, and shows how God was working the whole time. Drawing from Genesis 37 through 50, Psalm 18:35, James 1, and Ephesians 2:10, this sermon anchors one truth that changes how you read every hard season. God always has your best in mind, all the time.In this message, you'll discover:-Why you can't let your circumstances shape Scripture instead of the other way around-What it means that God "stoops down to make you great" (and the beautiful Hebrew picture behind it)-Why God is after your maturity, not just your prosperity-What Joseph did in prison that positioned him for the palace-Why God's timing is always better than your timelineWhether you've been waiting on a promotion, praying for a family member who's far from God, holding a dream God gave you that hasn't come to pass yet, or sitting in a season that looks nothing like what you expected, this message will remind you that God is for you, He has good works prepared in advance for you, and He has not forgotten you.

Hey ya'll welcome to the podcast and thanks for joining us. We are continuing on in our series through the faith hero's in Hebrews 11. Today we start the life of Joseph. We get all the way up to the point of him entering Potiphar's home. So many great nuggets in this lesson. From handling family hardships to interpretation of dreams. Get your bibles ready and your note books out. Lets be good students of Gods word!We pray this episode is a blessing to you and you are elevated in the word!

Genesis 39 - the story of Joseph in Potiphar's houseThe Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FD-EKLAyvI&list=PLrgvg1IJfGEoNskcuggMJPDwYu1n9alpmPastor Nate ClarkeAugust 9, 2026Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwASERMON NOTES:- Genesis 39- Joseph was blessed by God- Find favor with God by living by faith according to His word- Keep doing that for a long time- Find favor with people through faithful work- Luke 2:52- Colossians 3:23-24- Proverbs 22:29- If you're faced with the decision to live in favor with God OR man, choose God and leave the consequences to Him. - Joseph resisted temptation- Proverbs 23:27a- How Joseph resisted temptation    - Call sin, sin- Genesis 39:9b    - Look at the people affected- Genesis 39:8-9    - See sin as an offense against God, because it is- Genesis 39:9b- Psalm 51:4    - If sexual temptation, run!- 1 Corinthians 15:58- Ephesians 6:11- 1 Corinthians 6:18- 2 Timothy 2:22- Proverbs 5:8- Joseph was free- Genesis 39:20-23- Genesis 42:20-22- James 1:13-15Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online

This week we continued the story of Joseph, picking up with his encounter with Potiphar's wife. We learn from this story to run away from temptation and to run toward the one who rescues us from temptation.

Send us Fan MailOne choice can change the direction of a whole family, and Genesis 13 shows it in painfully clear detail. We watch Abram and Lot hit a pressure point: their herds grow, the land feels limited, and the conflict starts to spread. What happens next isn't just a story about ancient tent life, it's a mirror for modern Christian living, leadership under stress, and the daily decisions that shape our witness.We talk through a principle that hits close to home: righteousness spills over. When Christ is alive in us, the blessing doesn't stop with us, it touches our kids, friends, coworkers, neighbors, and church. But the overflow works both ways. Sin and compromise don't stay private for long, and the people closest to us often pay the first price. From Joseph's influence in Potiphar's household to Abram's mixed track record, we tease out how integrity and failure ripple outward.Then we slow down at the crossroads moment: Abram offers Lot the first pick, and Lot chooses what looks best. The Jordan Valley seems like Eden, yet it pulls him toward Sodom. We connect “pitching your tent toward Sodom” to the modern temptation to stay close enough to the world to enjoy its advantages while trying to keep a clean testimony. That tension leads to a practical question: if your light is getting swallowed by the darkness around you, do you need to step back and rebuild strength?We close with a path forward for anyone who feels compromised: confess to God, make it right with people, and protect your witness with real boundaries. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs clarity, and leave a review so more listeners can find these Genesis devotions.Support the showhttps://www.jacksonfamilyministry.comhttps://bobslone.com/home/podcast-production/

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyStories of Struggle: The Pathway Through is a 10-week series where we look at real people in Scripture who faced fear, rejection, waiting, and more—and how God led them through. Discover how He meets us in our struggles and leads us forward with faith, courage, and purpose.To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/In this message titled "Don't Waste the Waiting," Pastor Rick Long explores the life of Joseph from the Old Testament to teach listeners how to find purpose during seasons of delay, struggle, and uncertainty. He emphasizes that for Christians, periods of waiting are not evidence of abandonment, but rather proof of divine preparation (9:02-9:21).Key Themes from Joseph's Life:• God Gives a Promise (13:06 - 24:00): Just as Joseph had dreams of leadership before his trials began, God often reveals a destination before showing the process. The pastor encourages viewers to hold onto God's promises even when the path is difficult.• God Develops Character in the Pit (24:11 - 31:12): The "pit" represents seasons of betrayal, rejection, and confusion. Pastor Rick clarifies that these moments are discipline and preparation, not punishment, meant to remove pride and shape one's character for future influence.• Endurance in Obscurity (31:14 - 44:00): Whether serving in Potiphar's house or prison, Joseph succeeded because the Lord was with him. The message highlights that faithfulness in small, mundane tasks is the prerequisite for greater responsibility.• Full Dependence on God (44:00 - 51:08): Through imprisonment and being forgotten, Joseph learned to rely entirely on God rather than his own circumstances or plans.• The Ultimate Purpose (51:10 - 57:00): Eventually, Joseph is elevated to the right hand of Pharaoh to save his family and the nation. The pastor connects this to the life of Jesus, who also endured suffering to offer salvation to many.Core Takeaway:God never wastes a hurt or a season of waiting. If you are currently in a "pit," a season of waiting, or a difficult job, the message encourages you to change your perspective: God is preparing you for something greater than you can currently imagine.At the end of the service, the pastor invites those who have not accepted Jesus to make that decision (58:55-1:01:13) and shares updates regarding the church's Forge Fury Classic golf tournament (1:01:46-1:03:0:00 Welcome and Announcements0:40 Introduction to the Series: Stories of Struggle3:14 Defining "Don't Waste the Waiting"10:57 The Life of Joseph: A Journey Through Seasons13:04 1. God Gives a Promise24:10 2. God Develops Character in the Pit31:12 3. God Builds Endurance (Potiphar's House)43:56 4. God Teaches Full Dependence (Prison)51:10 5. God Reveals the Ultimate Purpose (Palace)58:55 Gospel Invitation and Conclusion1:01:13 Ministry Updates and Closing

9 Temptation: Winning the Battle Nobody Else Sees ● Isaiah 43:2 ● Hebrews 13:5 ● 1 Corinthians 10:13 Genesis 41:45 1. The Certainty of Temptation 1 Corinthians 10:13 Include a picture of Joseph and Potiphar's wife. The Three Enemies of the Christian ● The World — 1 John 2:15–17 ● The Flesh — Galatians 5:16–17 ● The Devil — 1 Peter 5:8 Create a nicely designed slide that says: The world appeals to us. The flesh awakens within us. The devil attacks us. Genesis 39:7 — Include a picture of Potiphar's wife attempting to seduce Joseph. ● Hebrews 4:15 ● Proverbs 26:20 2. The Craftiness of Temptation Genesis 39:7 — Underline: “Lie with me.” Include another picture of Joseph and Potiphar's wife. Genesis 39:10 — Underline: “Day by day.” James 1:15 3. The Choice in Temptation ● 1 Corinthians 10:13 ● 2 Corinthians 1:8–9 Genesis 39:12 — Include a picture of him fleeing from Potiphar's wife. Include a picture of Jesus describing the two roads: Matthew 7:13–14 — The broad way and the narrow way. 1 Corinthians 10:14 The Bible Commands Us to Flee ● Flee the wrath to come — Matthew 3:7 ● Flee idolatry — 1 Corinthians 10:14 ● Flee youthful lusts — 2 Timothy 2:22 ● Flee greed — 1 Timothy 6:11 4. The Cost of Temptation 1 Corinthians 10:13 5. The Conquest of Temptation ● 1 Corinthians 10:13 ● John 14:6 Genesis 39:9 — Underline: “Sin against God.” Five Practical Steps for Winning Your Battle 1. Recognize Your Weakness ● 1 Corinthians 10:12 ● Hebrews 12:1 2. Remove the Opportunity Romans 13:14 3. Run from Temptation 1 Corinthians 10:14 4. Replace Temptation with Service James 4:7 5. Rely on God's Strength Include a picture of Jesus defeating Satan by saying: “It is written.” ● John 6:63 ● Hebrews 4:12 ● Philippians 4:13 Finish with a picture and the story from this past week about the 16-year-old Santa Cruz lifeguard who saved a little boy's life.

In this episode of Tell Me More, Luke Stehr and Dr. Wiles catch up on a full and eventful summer — from a granddaughter's poolside birthday bash to a summer packed with missions trips, funerals, and unexpected gospel connections between students serving in Spain and Toronto. They also look ahead to what's next: a churchwide focus on prayer throughout August (anchored in John 17), a fall evangelism emphasis with guest preachers, and the launch of "The Table" on Wednesday nights in September.The heart of the conversation turns to the summer's Fruit of the Spirit series, wrapping up with a look at Joseph and self-control. Dr. Wiles reflects on Joseph's journey — from the brash younger brother flaunting his dreams, to the man who resisted temptation in Potiphar's house, endured years in an Egyptian prison, and ultimately chose grace over vengeance with the brothers who betrayed him. Along the way, they dig into what it practically looks like to "walk by the Spirit" day to day — starting mornings in Scripture before the phone, praying through a daily rhythm, and keeping your spiritual "radar" up for where God is at work.A conversation about growth, grace, and what self-control looks like when it's shaped by a life connected to God.

Have you ever answered God's call while still holding on to what He asked you to leave behind? In this message, Pastor Donnie McClurkin unpacks the parable of the wedding feast in Matthew 22, reminding believers that being invited is not the same as being prepared. The King has already extended the invitation, but coming to the feast requires more than showing up. It requires a change of garments. Pastor McClurkin traces this truth through the story of Joseph, from the pit to Potiphar's house to the prison to the palace, showing how favor followed him even in his lowest seasons, and how he still had to change clothes before he could stand before Pharaoh. Anger, resentment, unforgiveness, and heaviness may have gotten you through the door, but they were never meant to stay on you. You can come to God as you are, but you cannot stay as you are. God's favor was never tied to your circumstances. It follows obedience, and obedience calls for a heart made ready. Sermon Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14    We stream live every Sunday at 11 am and every Wednesday at 8 pm. Visit our website: https://perfectingfaithchurch.com  Connect with us on social media!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PerfectingFaithChurch/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perfectingfaithchurch/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@perfectingfaithchurch  X: https://x.com/PFCNY   Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perfectingfaithchurch  

In this episode of the Thinking Talmudist Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores a fascinating passage from Tractate Yoma, weaving together halachic discussion, ethical lessons, and profound insights into personal growth. Beginning with the special garments of the Kohen Gadol, the Gemara highlights the importance of modesty, holiness, and communal ownership in Temple service. Rabbi Wolbe expands this discussion by explaining why the Temple featured a ramp instead of stairs leading to the altar: Judaism rejects "one-size-fits-all" spiritual growth. Every individual ascends toward Hashem at their own pace, yet no one can afford to remain spiritually stagnant. Like a ball on a ramp, we are either moving upward or slowly rolling backward. The Gemara then presents three timeless role models who remove every excuse for neglecting Torah study. Hillel obligates the poor, demonstrating extraordinary dedication by climbing onto the roof of the study hall in freezing weather simply to hear Torah when he could not afford the entrance fee. Rabbi Elazar ben Charsom obligates the wealthy, inheriting unimaginable riches yet abandoning comfort and status to devote himself entirely to Torah. Finally, Yosef HaTzaddik obligates those struggling with temptation, resisting relentless attempts by Potiphar's wife to seduce him because his awareness of Hashem outweighed every earthly temptation. Together, these three giants teach that poverty, wealth, and temptation are never valid reasons to neglect spiritual growth. Rabbi Wolbe concludes by drawing practical lessons for contemporary life. True wealth is not measured by possessions but by bitachon—complete trust in Hashem, illustrated through the story of the Brisker Rav, who discovered that genuine riches come from reliance on God rather than ownership of property. Likewise, Yosef's greatness stemmed from living with constant awareness that Hashem was present everywhere, making temptation powerless. The message is clear: every Jew has challenges, but every Jew also has Torah. Whether rich or poor, successful or struggling, the Torah remains our greatest source of strength, purpose, and elevation.  ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Thinking Talmudist Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores a fascinating passage from Tractate Yoma, weaving together halachic discussion, ethical lessons, and profound insights into personal growth. Beginning with the special garments of the Kohen Gadol, the Gemara highlights the importance of modesty, holiness, and communal ownership in Temple service. Rabbi Wolbe expands this discussion by explaining why the Temple featured a ramp instead of stairs leading to the altar: Judaism rejects "one-size-fits-all" spiritual growth. Every individual ascends toward Hashem at their own pace, yet no one can afford to remain spiritually stagnant. Like a ball on a ramp, we are either moving upward or slowly rolling backward. The Gemara then presents three timeless role models who remove every excuse for neglecting Torah study. Hillel obligates the poor, demonstrating extraordinary dedication by climbing onto the roof of the study hall in freezing weather simply to hear Torah when he could not afford the entrance fee. Rabbi Elazar ben Charsom obligates the wealthy, inheriting unimaginable riches yet abandoning comfort and status to devote himself entirely to Torah. Finally, Yosef HaTzaddik obligates those struggling with temptation, resisting relentless attempts by Potiphar's wife to seduce him because his awareness of Hashem outweighed every earthly temptation. Together, these three giants teach that poverty, wealth, and temptation are never valid reasons to neglect spiritual growth. Rabbi Wolbe concludes by drawing practical lessons for contemporary life. True wealth is not measured by possessions but by bitachon—complete trust in Hashem, illustrated through the story of the Brisker Rav, who discovered that genuine riches come from reliance on God rather than ownership of property. Likewise, Yosef's greatness stemmed from living with constant awareness that Hashem was present everywhere, making temptation powerless. The message is clear: every Jew has challenges, but every Jew also has Torah. Whether rich or poor, successful or struggling, the Torah remains our greatest source of strength, purpose, and elevation.  ★ Support this podcast ★

[Genesis 37:5-8] One night Joseph had a dream, and when he told his brothers about it, they hated him more than ever. [6] “Listen to this dream,” he said. [7] “We were out in the field, tying up bundles of grain. Suddenly my bundle stood up, and your bundles all gathered around and bowed low before mine!” [8] His brothers responded, “So you think you will be our king, do you? Do you actually think you will reign over us?” And they hated him all the more because of his dreams and the way he talked about them.[Romans 12:6a] “In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well.”God prepares the person before He reveals the ________________.[Ecclesiastes 3:11] Yet God has made everything beautiful for its own time. He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God's work from beginning to end.[Genesis 39:2-4] The Lord was with Joseph, so he succeeded in everything he did as he served in the home of his Egyptian master. [3] Potiphar noticed this and realized that the Lord was with Joseph, giving him success in everything he did. [4] This pleased Potiphar, so he soon made Joseph his personal attendant. He put him in charge of his entire household and everything he owned.What feels like a ________________ may actually be preparation.[Romans 11:29 NKJV] For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.Character is ________________ long before it is revealed.[Isaiah 64:8] And yet, O Lord, you are our Father. We are the clay, and you are the potter. We all are formed by your hand.[2 Peter 1:5-7] In view of all this, make every effort to respond to God's promises. Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge, [6] and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with patient endurance, and patient endurance with godliness, [7] and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love for everyone.[Genesis 41:15-16] Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “I had a dream last night, and no one here can tell me what it means. But I have heard that when you hear about a dream you can interpret it.” [16] “It is beyond my power to do this,” Joseph replied. “But God can tell you what it means and set you at ease.”God is ________________ you for what He's preparing for you.[Genesis 41:41] Pharaoh said to Joseph, “I hereby put you in charge of the entire land of Egypt.[Genesis 45:4b-5] he says, “I am Joseph, your brother, whom you sold into slavery in Egypt. [5] But don't be upset, and don't be angry with yourselves for selling me to this place. It was God who sent me here ahead of you to preserve your lives.”[Genesis 50:20] You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people.

When a borrower stops hearing from their lender, they almost always assume the worst. They think the deal is dead. The file got lost. Someone forgot about them.Almost every time, the file is just in process.I have been in the mortgage business long enough to know that a quiet file is not a forgotten file. And I believe the same is true about what God is doing in your life right now.In this episode, I use the mortgage underwriting process as a framework for understanding what God is doing in your financial waiting season. It is the most practical illustration I have found of what the Bible says about seasons of silence, and it has changed the way I personally handle waiting.What we cover:What your file actually is. God knows every detail of your situation, your history, your capacity, your calling, your debts, your assets, and where He is taking you next. He does not process files halfway.What happens when a file goes quiet? In underwriting, silence means one of two things: conditions are being worked behind the scenes, or the lender is waiting on something from the borrower. God is the same way. The question to ask is not "has He forgotten me?" It is "what condition is being worked, and is there anything He is waiting on from me?"The biblical proof. Joseph is the anchor. Seventeen years old when God gave him the dream. Thirty years old when he stood before Pharaoh. Thirteen years of conditions being cleared. The pit, Potiphar's house, the prison, the cupbearer who forgot him, none of it was random. All of it was underwriting.What to do while your file is being processed. Three moves: do not make desperate moves that blow up the file, respond to every condition God gives you promptly, and trust the processor.Scriptures referenced:Psalm 139:16, Lamentations 3:25, James 1:4Your file is not lost. It has never been lost. Stay in the process.If this episode hit you, the next one covers the one sin that makes every waiting season harder than it has to be, and most people never identify it as a sin. Subscribe so you do not miss it.

We've all heard the lesson of Joseph and how he FLED Potiphar's wife when tempted by her. But for those caught in repeated failure, this victory over sin can seem far from realistic. And maybe that's because long before Joseph fled from Potiphar's wife, he was already walking out a victorious life. But interwoven into the account of Joseph is another story often overlooked, that of his brother, Judah. Judah made his own choices in life, and as a result he became a ready victim of sexual sin. The story of Judah's fall and redemption is one far more relevant to the man seeking to find victory over sexual sin. In this sermon, Patrick Hudson highlights the choice Judah made which transformed his immoral life and his spiritual destiny. It's this choice which we have before us today. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Dr. Crane shares from Genesis 39 the story of Joseph refusing the advances of Potiphar's wife. The story shows how, sometimes, God will allow temptation but he will also give us the strength to overcome.

This Sunday, we landed in Genesis 39 and looked at Joseph and Potiphar's wife. Even when Joseph's life did not seem to be unfolding positively, he responded to the goodness of the Lord with faith. In the same way, Christ was faithful in both abundance and suffering so that His righteousness might become ours. Joseph reminds us that whatever our lot, Christ has taught us to say, "It is well with my soul."

https://youtu.be/az-5lsjpJ4c https://www.uncommen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/July-3.mp3 There is a silent but devastating epidemic actively destroying the way men approach their faith, and it has absolutely nothing to do with laziness or a lack of Bible knowledge. The crisis is happening inside our own prayer closets, in the quiet negotiations we run with God before we ever move. Far too many men treat their walk with Christ like a business deal: I do this, God does that. We hear the exact same exhausted sentiment from guys all over the country: "I did what He asked, and nothing changed, so why bother?" They are physically present in church on Sunday, but they are spiritually absent the moment the results don't show up on schedule. What does the Bible say about obedience when the outcome refuses to cooperate with your timeline? The modern definition of faith has tricked men into abandoning what does the Bible say about obedience in its truest form. We have been sold a massive lie that our obedience is only legitimate if it produces a visible, measurable win. For generations, men have mistakenly assumed obedience was a transaction, a coin dropped into a vending machine that dispenses blessing on command. While wanting good outcomes is not inherently sinful, it is only the baseline instinct. It is the starting line, not the finish line. To fully answer what does the Bible say about obedience, we have to aggressively look past our own scoreboard and peer directly into God's command. Quick Answers What Does the Bible Say About Obedience? The Bible says obedience is a command tied to the act of obeying, not to the outcome that obedience produces. Scripture repeatedly shows men obeying God without any guarantee of success, from Jonah's reluctant trip to Nineveh to the Great Commission itself. What does the Bible say about obedience, in short? It says the results belong to God, and the obeying belongs to you. Does the Bible Say Obedience Requires a Good Outcome? No. Nowhere in Scripture is obedience conditioned on a favorable result. Men are called to trust God's plan and act in faith, even when the visible outcome looks like failure by every human measure. Escaping the Outcome Trap This brings us to a harsh but necessary truth about what does the Bible say about obedience: it was never contingent on your success rate. Look directly at Matthew 28:19-20, which states: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age." Notice that the text does not say, "Go and make disciples, but only if a reasonable percentage respond favorably." Jesus issued a command, not a performance guarantee. The core of what does the Bible say about obedience is fundamentally rooted in the act itself, not in the response it generates. Men who spend any real time in ministry, whether it's leading a Bible study, mentoring a teenager, or simply trying to talk to a coworker about Christ, run into this trap constantly. You brace yourself for the conversation. You rehearse the words. And then the other person walks away unmoved, maybe even offended, and you feel like you failed. That reaction is completely backwards. Obedience over outcome means the win was already secured the moment you opened your mouth, not when the other person nodded along. If you keep measuring your faithfulness by other people's reactions, you will eventually stop being obedient altogether, because the world does not owe you a favorable response for doing the right thing. The outcome trap is seductive precisely because it feels like accountability. It feels responsible to ask, "What's my return on this obedience?" But that question was never yours to ask. God does not need your five-year plan approved before He hands you a command. What does the Bible say about obedience in the middle of that impatience? It says wait on the command, not on the calculator. Obedience Versus Outcome: The Weight of the Great Commission When we carefully examine what does the Bible say about obedience, the tension of obedience versus outcome becomes impossible to ignore. Consider the sheer scale of the Great Commission. Jesus commanded His followers to reach every nation, every tribe, every person on the planet. There was no footnote excusing a man from obedience because the odds looked bad. There was no clause releasing him from the command if the conversation with his own brother-in-law might get awkward at Thanksgiving. Anyone still asking what does the Bible say about obedience in the face of long odds needs only to reread the scale of that command. Jonah is the obvious cautionary tale here. God told him to go to Nineveh, and Jonah decided he had a better plan, boarding a boat headed the exact opposite direction. God was not offering Jonah a suggestion. Jonah ended up in the belly of a fish, smelling like the ocean floor, before he finally obeyed. The lesson is not subtle: obedience to God does not wait for you to feel good about the assignment or convinced of the ending. Contrast that with David. Before he ever engaged the Philistines at Keilah, David asked the Lord a simple question: should he go fight? God told him to go and fight (1 Samuel 23:2). David did not demand a battle plan or a guaranteed victory report before he moved. He asked one question, obedience or disobedience, and then he acted. That is trusting God's plan in its most stripped-down form. No spreadsheet. No risk assessment. Just a command and a response. What does the Bible say about obedience in moments like these? It says the command comes first, and the results are none of your business. Obedience in the Mundane: The Middle of the Mountain But what does the Bible say about obedience when nobody is watching and nothing dramatic is happening? This is where most men actually live, not in the mountaintop moment of a dramatic call to ministry, but in the middle of the mountain, where the work is repetitive, unglamorous, and largely invisible. Obedience over outcome is easy to talk about in a sermon illustration. It is much harder to practice when you have shared the gospel with the same coworker four times and he still rolls his eyes. Consider the burden of knowledge. If you knew for a fact that a particular person needed to hear about Christ exactly two times before they would respond, would you approach the first conversation with the same intensity as the second? Most men would not. We chase the moment we think will produce the visible win and quietly deprioritize the moments that look like a waste of time. What does the Bible say about obedience in those deprioritized moments? It says they count exactly the same as the dramatic ones. But trusting God's plan means you do not get to choose which assignments matter based on your projected odds of success. Joseph modeled this in the mundane grind of slavery in Egypt. He resisted Potiphar's wife day after day, with zero indication that his integrity would ever be rewarded, recognized, or even survived. He was thrown in prison for his obedience. There was no visible payoff for years. Yet Joseph kept choosing obedience in the daily, unremarkable moments long before Pharaoh ever called him upstairs. That is the real test of what does the Bible say about obedience, not the highlight reel, but the thousand quiet decisions nobody claps for. The Genie Trap: Leading By Example Another critical, often overlooked component of what does the Bible say about obedience is the way we secretly treat God like a genie instead of a King. Answering what does the Bible say about obedience honestly means admitting how often we get this backwards. It is tempting to pray as if faith operates on a transactional exchange rate: enough obedience deposited equals a withdrawal of blessing, on your preferred timeline, in your preferred color. Some men will not say it out loud, but they are quietly praying for the red Lamborghini and calling it faith when they mean entitlement. That posture cannot survive contact with real obedience over outcome. Jesus modeled the opposite in the garden the night before His crucifixion, asking if the cup could be passed from Him, and then immediately surrendering: "Not my will, but yours, be done" (Luke 22:42). If the Son of God submitted His own preferred outcome to the Father's plan, no man reading this has the standing to demand his obedience produce a specific, guaranteed result. You cannot fake your way through this. Your kids, your coworkers, and your own conscience have an incredibly tuned radar for a man who talks about surrender but actually operates on a transaction. If you demand obedience from your household while quietly negotiating terms with God behind closed doors, your example is completely undermined. What does the Bible say about obedience modeled in private? It says the private version is the real version. Trusting God's plan has to be modeled in the small, unwatched moments before it means anything in public. The Power of Presence: You Are Not Doing This Alone The positive flip to all of this is that what does the Bible say about obedience also includes a promise, not just a command. Jesus did not send His followers into the Great Commission and then disappear. The same verse that commands obedience also guarantees presence: "And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age" (Matthew 28:20). Obedience over outcome does not mean obedience in isolation. It means obedience with the Holy Spirit actively moving alongside you the entire way. This should change how a man approaches the hard conversation, the risky decision, or the assignment that looks likely to fail by every human metric. You are not the only variable in the equation. Trusting God's plan means recognizing that the results were never full

Featuring: Judah Thomas, David LaManna, Lenny Salgado, Ben Cossette, Johnny V., Mike McHugh, and James GowellEdited by: Tim NicholsonIn this episode of Thriving in the Word, we continue The Hall of Faith series and arrive at one of the most beloved figures in all of Scripture: Joseph. But instead of focusing on the colorful coat, the dreams, the pit, the prison, or even the palace, Hebrews 11 points us to a much different moment. Joseph's place in the Hall of Faith comes down to a dying man's confidence that God's promises would outlive him.We walk through Genesis 37-50 and Hebrews 11:22, where Joseph, nearing death, instructed his family to carry his bones out of Egypt when God eventually brought Israel into the Promised Land. It's a strange detail to spotlight in a life filled with dramatic twists and miraculous turns, but that's exactly the point. Joseph's greatest act of faith wasn't his rise to power. It was his unwavering belief that God would do exactly what He said He would do, even if Joseph would never live to see it happen.The crew explores Joseph's transformation from a favored and arrogant young man into a humble leader shaped by betrayal, slavery, false accusations, imprisonment, and years of waiting. We discuss the jealousy of his brothers, the dreams that set everything in motion, and the incredible reality that God used every setback to prepare Joseph for a purpose far greater than he could have imagined.Along the way, we examine the parallels between Joseph and Jesus, the significance of Joseph's bones making the journey from Egypt to the Promised Land, and what it means to trust God's plan when the road ahead doesn't make sense. Joseph's story reminds us that faith isn't just believing God for today. It's believing Him for a future you may never personally witness.That leads us into some honest questions: What promises of God are you trusting even when you can't see the outcome? Are you willing to let God shape your character through hardship? Can you still believe He's working when it feels like you've been forgotten in the pit or the prison? And if your story isn't finished yet, what might God be preparing you for right now?Topics include: Hall of Faith, Hebrews 11, Joseph, Genesis 37-50, Joseph and his brothers, Joseph's dreams, Joseph in Egypt, Potiphar's house, Joseph in prison, forgiveness in the Bible, faith in God's promises, Joseph's bones, Promised Land, Exodus connection, Joseph and Jesus parallels, God's providence, suffering and faith, endurance through trials, trusting God's timing, biblical leadership, redemption, reconciliation, God's plan in hardship, faith that lasts beyond your lifetime, Christian podcast, Bible teaching, Bible study, Hall of Faith series, Hebrews study, spiritual growth, walking with God, and Thriving in the Word.More Info: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.thrive.church⁠⁠⁠Give: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.thrive.church/give/⁠⁠⁠Need prayer? ⁠⁠⁠prayer@thrive.church⁠⁠⁠This is a presentation of Thrive.Church.© All Rights Reserved.

After sharing his God-inspired dream, Joseph's life spiraled into a nightmare. Sold by his brothers to slave traders, once the favorite in Jacob's household, he became the lowest in Potiphar's palace. Still, God began to do what He does best…redeem. Genesis 37-38 Speaker: Kyle Idleman

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.

Garth Heckman The David Alliance TDAgiantSlayer@Gmail.com Gravity  -  You can't beat it. Client lost 265 pounds… Box jump 2 inches… to 20 inches.   You can't beat gravity… but you can improve.   Eph. 3 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 may have power, together with all the Lord's holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. 20 Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.   Look at the dot of an “I” in your bible. That is the sun, it holds 1 million earths Our current earth is the galaxy it lives in THERE ARE PLANETS OUT IN OTHER GALAXIES THAT ARE BIGGER THAN OUR GALAXY.      Paul is essentially praying that his listeners will do the impossible: to intellectually comprehend something that is inherently beyond intellectual comprehension, all so they can be entirely consumed by the divine.   He is telling you to try to beat gravity… you won't but you can experience it greater and greater.      A teacher in bible college put it this way… Describe to someone what the ocean is who has never SEEN THE OCEAN AND NEVER experienced anything liquid.     God calls us to grasp how wide, long, high and deep his love is… knowing we never will fully grasp it.      But the attempt is clear: ALWAYS FOCUS ON GODS LOVE FOR US!        When you focus on Gods love 3 things happen in your life!        - 1. Sin We don't have a sin problem,  we have a knowing God problem.     Knowing His Supreme love keeps us tender and sinless - think of the time you were most whipped in love. I can. Kim and I were dating and she was in the car leaning forward fiddling with the radio. I was outside standing behind my car filling it up with gas. I looked at my buddy Pele and said can you believe that girl loves me? I literally could not fathom it… He looked at me in disbelief and said “it makes no sense”. **But what if he then said “how many times do you think she will let you fool around  with other girls… how many times will she let you smack her around, lie to her, steal from her, gossip about her… etc… I would have had a mental breakdown and sparks shoot from a short circuit in my head… that would make no sense to me. Knowing God's love keeps us from asking how far can I go in the world...     Satan will take your sin, your past, your guilt and try to make you feel like a servant. ITS CALLED SIN CONCIOUS   John 14:31 If you love the father you will obey his commandments. Love God = the fruit is obedience.   *if you focus on the commands you will be religious and guilt ridden and sin conscious.     You will fall into the trap of trying to push yourself away from your sin Using willpower Discipline Rules Accountability    What did Joseph say when he was tempted by Potiphar's wife? He remembers the 7th commandment: Thou shalt not have adultery… NOPE!  

One of the greatest stories ever told was told in the Bible.    It's in Genesis.    A story about a man named Joseph, not Jesus' Earthly Dad, but another Joseph.    A pair of brothers sell their brother Joseph into slavery to a man named Potiphar.    Joseph gains favor with Potiphar and works in the house.    Potiphar's wife asks Joseph to take her to bed, and he refuses.    She rips her clothes and Joseph is taken into custody on her accusation.    Long story short, he interprets a dream for a Pharoah and is liberated.    Out of this story comes my favorite word to this day.    Listen for the lesson.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above 

What do you do when the dream God gave you feels completely disconnected from the reality you're living? When life feels unfair, painful, delayed, or deeply disappointing, it can be easy to wonder if God has forgotten you. In this episode, Christine Caine walks through the story of Joseph in Genesis 37–50 — one where betrayal, waiting, setbacks, and suffering aren't the end of the narrative. They're the process. From the pit to Potiphar's house. From prison to the palace. God wasn't absent in Joseph's darkest chapters. He was positioning him. Christine Caine shows that the painful seasons aren't detours from your purpose. They are the preparation for it. If you're in a waiting room right now, wondering whether God has forgotten the dream He placed in you, this message is for you. ✨ If you've ever asked questions like… ✅ Why would God allow painful seasons if He gave me the dream? ✅ What do I do when I feel forgotten or overlooked? ✅ Can God still use my trauma and setbacks for good? ✅ How do I forgive people who have deeply hurt me? ✅ How do I trust God's timing when the wait feels unbearable? ✅ What does faithfulness look like when nothing is going the way I planned? ✅ Is it possible for my story to still turn out the way God intended? ...then listen in!

Like all Singaporean men, I had to serve in the country’s armed forces when I turned eighteen. To be honest, I approached the conscription, which lasted two-and-a-half years, most reluctantly. Like many other young men, I tried to do the minimum, obeying instructions to the letter—no more, no less. Some, however, threw themselves into their tasks and ultimately gained much from their experience, learning about leadership and endurance. In hindsight, I realize that this type of effort and positive attitude would have pleased God—much like what Joseph showed in Scripture. Despite being sold off as a slave and imprisoned later on, he fulfilled all his assigned responsibilities with the greatest dedication. Instead of resenting his situation, he took his role seriously, so much so that “Potiphar left everything he had in Joseph’s care” (Genesis 39:6). Joseph also ended up in charge of the prison—and, finally, all of Egypt. Centuries later, the apostle Paul would also urge believers in Jesus: “Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus” (Colossians 3:17). While our situations may be far from ideal, may God help us to be faithful in the tasks assigned to us, for we’re working for Him—the one who sees our true heart.