1.1 Understanding the family of Jacob, Joseph's father Genesis 35:23-26
1.2 The special love Jacob had for Joseph, his son from his beloved wife Rachel Genesis 37:3
1.3 The coat of many colors as a symbol of Jacob's favoritism Genesis 37:3-4
2.1 The first dream: Joseph's sheaf standing upright while his brothers' sheaves bow down Genesis 37:5-7
2.2 The second dream: The sun, moon, and eleven stars bowing down to Joseph Genesis 37:9-10
2.3 The interpretation of the dreams: Joseph's future authority over his family Genesis 37:10
3.1 The brothers' initial reaction to Joseph's dreams: Hatred and jealousy Genesis 37:5, 8
3.2 The escalation of their jealousy: Plotting to kill Joseph Genesis 37:18-20
3.3 The compromise: Selling Joseph into slavery Genesis 37:26-28
4.1 The brothers' plan: Deceiving their father with Joseph's coat Genesis 37:31-32
4.2 Jacob's grief: Mourning for his beloved son Genesis 37:34-35
4.3 The brothers' guilt: Living with their secret Genesis 42:21-22
5.1 Joseph's rise to power in Egypt: Fulfillment of his dreams Genesis 41:39-41
5.2 The brothers' submission: Bowing down to Joseph Genesis 42:6
5.3 Joseph's forgiveness: A reflection of God's grace Genesis 45:4-5
5.4 The ultimate purpose: God's plan to preserve His people Genesis 50:20
6.1 The danger of jealousy: It leads to sin and destruction Proverbs 14:30
6.2 The power of forgiveness: It brings reconciliation and healing Colossians 3:13
6.3 The sovereignty of God: He works all things for good for those who love Him Romans 8:28