God's providence remains as Joseph's dream does not come about the way that he thought it would.

God is faithful to fulfill his promises always, so do not be discouraged and do not let go of those promises.

We are humble stewards of God's gracious gifts just as Jacob was.

Jacob's life continues to move on after receiving his blessing through four main scenes. In each of those, God's providence is shown as His plan is lived out through Jacob.

We get to see God's promise to Abraham continue it path through his grandsons. Though neither seems truly worthy, God's plan is fulfilled just as it was supposed to be.

God's divine providence is on full display as Abraham sends his servant to find a wife for Isaac.

Faith is a very powerful thing. We see how Abraham's faith in God is rewarded as God provides in one of his most trying times.

God uses imperfect people to reach out to all the nations of the world. We are called to make his name known and through that calling, people from every nation, tribe and tongue will come to know God.

Is God just in his judgment of sin? The answer may surprise many of you even if you think you already know it.

In these verses God renews his covenant promises with Abram. Though both Abram and Sarah laugh when God says he is going to do great things through them at their old age, God brings Abraham to a place of obedience.