The Life of Joseph: His Destiny and Yours Part V
Genesis 42:7-26
Genesis 42:7-23
1. Joseph speaks harshly to
his brothers (v.7) and accuses them of being spies (v.9). What might Joseph’s intention be? (see v. 15-16, 19)
2. Are Joseph’s brothers
truly remorseful? Why or why not? (v. 21-22)
“Joseph was overcome
with emotion as he saw and understood this work of God in the conscience of his
brothers. God had to do a profound work in the hearts of these brothers for the
relationship to be reconciled.”[1]
3. How or why does sin haunt
us? Read 1 John 1:8-10
4. How can Jesus help us
overcome the guilt of our sin? Read Heb.
7:27, Ps. 103:12
Genesis 42:24-26
1. Joseph was a very
powerful figure in Egypt. If he had
pride or bitterness in his heart, how might his response have been
different? (v. 24)
*Extra Insight- Read Ephesians 4:26-27
“For all his apparent
harshness towards his brothers, this action proves that he still loves them and
that if they continue to show a change of heart, reconciliation will be
possible ultimately.”[2]
2. Why does Joseph send his
brothers off without revealing himself to them?
Reflection
1. Bitterness can grow deep
roots in our hearts if we don’t address them.
How do these roots affect our daily life and relationships?
2. Joseph’s brothers sin
came crashing down on them. What do you
do with the guilt of your sin?
3. How do we “give the
devil a foothold” by having an unrepentant heart?
Joseph was able to
__________ his brothers the wrong they caused him because of the character God
built in his heart.
[1]
Guzik, David. "Study Guide for Genesis 42." Enduring Word. Blue
Letter Bible. 7 Jul 2006. 2012. 4 Sep 2012.
<http://
www.blueletterbible.org/commentaries/comm_view.cfm?
AuthorID=2&contentID=7362&commInfo=31&topic=Genesis>
[2]
Wenham, 409.
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