Watermark Bible Church, Portsmouth, Virginia

This week, we continue our series, Hope for the 757 in the book of Exodus.

This story has all of the drama and intrigue of an epic movie – a baby rescued by a princess from certain death, a boy raised as an honored prince of Egypt, a man forced to flee to the wilderness only to return and be pitted against the most powerful man on earth, and on and on the drama unfolds. Yet, through it all we see this theme of hope. And that’s what our world, our country, our community could use a little more of – hope. Hope for the 757 – get ready!

We’ve reached the end of our exciting series Meant for Good. This study in the life of Joseph has been a thrilling and challenging study. You won’t want to miss the finale this Sunday when Joseph is finally reunited with his father, Jacob. We’ll also see how easy it can be to live with the faith of Jacob, rather than the faith of Joseph.

We saw last week that while justice closes the story grace opens a new chapter. As you read the biography of Joseph, there comes a point where you are on pins and needles anticipating when Joseph will finally reveal his identity to his brothers. Well, we’ve reached that exciting point of the story and you won’t believe what leads up to great reveal. It will leave his brothers speechless.

This Sunday, we get to open up the next chapter in the biography of Joseph. That’s the thing about grace – it opens another chapter. Be a part this Sunday to learn more.

I’m so excited for this Sunday as we continue our series, Meant for Good. We’ll examine a very human response to difficult circumstances. It can be so easy to try to seize whatever control we think we have. Do we really believe God is in control? More, importantly are we willing to give Him control?

The focus will turn from Joseph’s plight in Egypt to the guilty consciences of his brothers. We’ll see together how God awakens and heals the sting of a guilty conscience. As sinners we’re all guilty, through Christ we can all be redeemed.

At long last, the story of Joseph finally turns. His fortunes reverse. However, could this role reversal present Joseph with his greatest challenge yet? Join us or tune in online as we continue this fascinating study titled Meant for Good.

This week we continue Joseph's story about how he chooses to rely not on any man, but on God alone.

As we turn the page to Genesis 39 this week, we see how Joseph models a steadfast commitment to God in the midst of trials and temptations. The best way to work through tough times is by staying close to the Lord, so join us this week as we continue Meant for Good!