Reasoning Through the Bible

The Cupbearer, the Baker, and the Hand of God || Genesis 40:1-23 || Session 62 || Verse by Verse Bible Study

August 09, 2024 Glenn Smith and Steve Allem Season 3 Episode 95

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What can we learn about justice, leadership, and faith from the story of Joseph and his fellow prisoners? Join us in this episode as we uncover the profound lessons embedded in Genesis, chapter 40, where Joseph encounters the cupbearer and the baker in Pharaoh's prison. Joseph is wrongly imprisoned and would seemingly get discouraged. However, God is with him, and Joseph prospers even in difficult circumstances as he is put in charge of his fellow inmates. We find God working even in this dark place, putting Joseph exactly where He wants him. We see Joseph using his Godly gifts to minister to people in prison and be useful for God's work. Pharaoh's servants forget about Joseph, but God does not. We explore how this story encourages us to recognize God's hand in our lives, despite apparent setbacks and moments of feeling forgotten. By the end of this episode, you'll find inspiration in Joseph's unwavering faith and be reminded of the importance of persevering in God's providence.

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