Faith Bible Church | Hood River, Oregon

Introduction

18-25: The Foolishness of the Gospel

26-31: The Fools who boast in the Gospel

Application

Big Idea: Look to the mercy of God All-Sufficient for reconciliation.

1. Israel prays for God’s mercy as he sends Benjamin. (1–14)

2. The brothers receive mercy with the silver. (15–23)

3. Joseph’s mercy stirs because of Benjamin. (24–34)

Big Idea: Reconcile by fearing God, facing the past, and examining for change.

1. Joseph treats his brothers harshly (1-17)

2. Joseph tests his brothers, fearing God. (18–28

3.Jacob protects his favored son with suspicion. (29–38)

Fruitful and Forgetful

Genesis 41

Big Idea: Remember, God’s work is not just about you, but a family and a land.

1. Joseph is remembered because of Pharoah’s dreams. (1–13)

2. Joseph becomes ruler over Egypt with God’s interpretation. (14–46)

3. Joseph is fruitful but forgets his family and land. (46–57)

Forgotten?

Genesis 40

August 10, 2025

Introduction

Big Idea: Wait for it! God will bring His promised restoration and exaltation.

1. Two courtiers are entrusted to Joseph. (1–4)

2. God gives the interpretation of the courtiers’ dreams. (5–19)

3. Joseph is right and forgotten. (20–23)

Conclusion

Yahweh’s Presence in Injustice

Genesis 39

Introduction

Big Idea: Recognize that Yahweh’s presence brings blessing, so turn away from evil, no matter the outcome.

1. Yahweh is with Joseph in Potiphar’s house. (1–6)

2. Joseph turns away from evil. (7–12)

3. An evil report turns Joseph toward prison. (13–20)

4. Yahweh is with Joseph in the king’s prison. (21–23)

Conclusion: