Genesis 45 is a chapter of "Reconciliation and Hope."

In vv. 1-8 we learn that 1) Having a proper view of the Sovereignty of God will enable the believer to be reconciled with others.

In this chapter we are learning about "The Pain of Sin."

In vv. 1-17 we learned that 1) God may test his people’s love and concern for others because of past sin.

Now, in vv. 18-34 se see that 2) True repentance will bring about a change in behavior when given the opportunity to sin again.

In this chapter we are learning about "The Pain of Sin."

In vv. 1-17 we learn that 1) God may test his people’s love and concern for others because of past sin.

Genesis 43 is a "Journey to Reconciliation." In this chapter we see that we must position ourselves to be ready for reconciliation at all times.

In vv. 1-15 we learned that 1) God’s people must take responsibility in order to properly discharge their duties.

Then, in vv. 16-25 we see that 2) God’s people should make restitution for any appearance of wrongdoing.

Finally, in vv. 26-34 we learn that 3) God’s people should rejoice in their provisions, even when it seems unfair.

Genesis 43 is a "Journey to Reconciliation." In this chapter we see that we must position ourselves to be ready for reconciliation at all times.

In vv. 1-15 we learn that 1) God’s people must take responsibility in order to properly discharge their duties.

In chapter 42, we are covering the narrative section where Joseph's brothers are driven to the land of Egypt because of the famine, and one of the themes that emerges is the idea that "Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out."

In vv. 1-5 we learned that 1) God uses natural circumstances to bring about his will.

Now, in vv. 6-28 we see that 2) God’s leaders must be able to discern the character of those who would participate in God’s program.

And, in vv. 29-38 we learn that 3) God’s people may desire to do right, but will find it difficult while sin is still in the way.

In chapter 42, we are covering the narrative section where Joseph's brothers are driven to the land of Egypt because of the famine, and one of the themes that emerges is the idea that "Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out."

In vv. 1-5 we learn that 1) God uses natural circumstances to bring about his will.

"From Poverty to Prominence: Being Used of God," that's the theme of Genesis 41:37-57.

In vv. 37-45 we learned that 1) God’s reward’s may be in proportion to one’s trials.

Today, we see in vv. 46-52 that 2) God’s servants must continue to live uprightly even in newfound positions of power.

Finally, in vv. 53-57 we learn that 3) God’s word will prevail and only those who take it seriously might be spared.

"From Poverty to Prominence: Being Used of God," that's the theme of Genesis 41:37-57.

In vv. 37-45 we learn that 1) God’s reward’s may be in proportion to one’s trials.

Gen. 41:1-36 covers "The King's Dreams" and the topic of the will of God, specifically understanding God's will.

In vv. 1-8 we noticed that 1) The Nations of the World Cannot Understand God’s Plans for the People.

We finish up discussing the last part of v. 8 and then move on to the final section.

In vv. 9-36 we see that 2) God Uses His People to Explain His Revelation to the Nations.