Genesis 41

Genesis 41 2 years later the Pharaoh has a couple dreams. These dreams should bad cows and grain swallowing up good cows and grain. The Pharaoh’s magicians and wisemen can’t figure the dreams out, but the cupbearer finally remembers Joseph. The Pharaoh sends for him.  Joseph give credit to God for the dream and his interpretation. …

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Genesis 40

Genesis 40 This chapter has all the hallmarks of God setting people up to make a point. The Pharaoh’s cupbearer and baker offended him and were put in prison, and Joseph was assigned to look after them. They each had dreams, and Joseph, knowing that dream interpretation is of God gave each of them his thoughts …

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Genesis 39

Genesis 39 Meanwhile… The story gets back to Joseph, who seems to be having a great time as a slave. He’s sold to a high-ranking Egyptian official and is so blessed by God (but not enough to be free) that this official, Potiphar, gives him full control over his household. Unfortunately, Joseph is so blessed by God …

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Genesis 37

Genesis 37 More horrible stories about God’s favorite people. Jacob’s (Israel’s) kids get up to some wacky hi-jinx. Jacob likes his youngest son, Joseph. His brothers all hate him. To be honest, Joseph sounds like an ass. He rats on them to his father and tells them about dream he has about how they all bow …

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