Joseph
Genesis 37:2-50:26
Dr. Tim Mackie
One family’s dysfunction leads to division and hurt that spreads over many years and hundreds of miles, but the consequences of human failure aren’t the end of the story. Experience the dramatic conclusion to the Genesis saga, and see how God’s goodness overcomes human jealousy and betrayal.
16 Hours 41 Minutes
Module 1•Sessions 1-4Introduction to the Joseph StorySurvey the shape of Genesis 37-50, and gain Bible study tools to help you unpack this dramatic story.
Module 2•Sessions 5-9Joseph’s Dreams and Hostile BrothersMeet Joseph the dreamer and follow the literary links that trace his descent from lofty visions of honor to the depths of despair in a pit.
Module 3•Sessions 10-12Rise and Fall and Rise AgainEven in the pit, Joseph finds favor, but he faces one more betrayal before his final exaltation at just the right time to help save many lives.
Module 4•Sessions 13-17Joseph Tests His BrothersAfter years, famine brings the brothers back together again. How will Joseph treat the brothers who betrayed and abandoned him? Dive in and find out.
Module 5•Sessions 18-20Joseph Rescues Egypt and His FamilyGod provides safety and life for Jacob's family while a flood of famine unmakes the land. See Joseph as a new Noah saving the remnant of God’s people.
Module 6•Sessions 21-25Jacob’s Song of BlessingJacob looks forward to a future for his sons full of blessings and challenges. Discover how his words foreshadow the future of his descendants.
Module 7•Sessions 26-29Going Up to CanaanAs Jacob and Joseph reach the ends of their long lives, each looks forward with hope to a promise of God’s faithfulness beyond the grave.
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