Why do guilty people struggle to believe good news?

In this message from Genesis 42:21–28, the story of Joseph takes a surprising turn. After years of hiding their sin, Joseph’s brothers are suddenly forced to confront the past. When Joseph secretly returns their silver along with the grain they purchased, they don’t see kindness—they see a trap.

Why? Because guilt changes how we see everything.

In Joseph & the Honest Men – Part 2, Pastor Jason Barnett explores how shame, regret, and fear can blind us to grace. Like Joseph’s brothers, many of us live with the quiet belief that good things don’t happen to people who have done bad things. But the gospel tells a different story.

Through this powerful moment in Joseph’s story, we discover a truth that still challenges us today: God’s grace isn’t a trap—it’s a rescue.

If you’ve ever struggled to believe that God could really forgive you, this message is for you.

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