Genesis 37-39 As the account continues in Genesis, Joseph, the son of Israel emerges. He is just 17 years old, but he is already able to interpret dreams. His brothers hate him, consort together to kill him, but ultimately sell him into slavery. Judah, his older brother, the one who's line will produce the Messiah. He becomes thoroughly pagan, produces three sons, two are so wicked, Yahweh kills them. Despite his wickedness, two heirs are produced. Back in Egypt, Joseph faces a hard temptation to sin with his master's wife. He resists, but must endure wrongful imprisonment and suffering. Through it all, Yahweh is with him showing him faithful love and giving him favor and success as he works. The entire account reminds us that sin is an aggressive enemy that must be resisted through the powerful presence and grace of God. The gospel of Jesus is such good news because it is the one sure remedy for our sins. Jesus conquered sin and death through by his death and resurrection. Jesus alone can deliver you from your sin!

Genesis is a book of new beginnings. It offers the origins of the universe, the atmosphere, the human race, language, culture, marriage, language, order, time, worship, and a chosen people. Genesis focuses on God as creator and sustainer of all things. Genesis introduces the patriarchs of Israel and the promises made to them by God. Genesis demonstrates throughout that God has spoken, spoken in creation, spoken in blessing humanity, spoken even in the curses and judgment because of sin and evil of humanity. Genesis is focused on the communication of God with humanity, communication that presents the truths of God, about himself and his world he created.