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Sermon on
Joseph: Favor in the Midst of Adversity

 

1. Introduction: Understanding Joseph's Story

1.1 Joseph's early life and his father's favoritism Genesis 37:3-4

1.2 Joseph's dreams and his brothers' jealousy Genesis 37:5-11

1.3 Joseph's betrayal and sale into slavery Genesis 37:12-28

2. Joseph in Potipar's House

2.1 Joseph's integrity and God's favor in Potipar's house Genesis 39:1-6

2.2 Joseph's temptation and his stand for righteousness Genesis 39:7-10

2.3 False accusation and Joseph's imprisonment Genesis 39:11-20

3. Joseph in Prison

3.1 Joseph's favor with the prison warden Genesis 39:21-23

3.2 Joseph's interpretation of the dreams of Pharaoh's officials Genesis 40:1-23

4. Joseph's Rise to Power

4.1 Joseph's interpretation of Pharaoh's dream Genesis 41:1-36

4.2 Joseph's appointment as governor of Egypt Genesis 41:37-44

4.3 Joseph's wisdom and preparation for the famine Genesis 41:45-57

5. Joseph's Reconciliation with His Brothers

5.1 Joseph's brothers come to Egypt for food Genesis 42:1-38

5.2 Joseph's test and his brothers' repentance Genesis 44:1-34

5.3 Joseph's revelation of his identity and his forgiveness Genesis 45:1-15

6. Lessons from Joseph's Life

6.1 God's sovereignty in the midst of adversity Genesis 50:20

6.2 The importance of integrity and righteousness Proverbs 10:9

6.3 The power of forgiveness and reconciliation Colossians 3:13

7. Embracing Favor in Adversity

7.1 Trusting God's plan in the midst of trials Romans 8:28

7.2 Maintaining integrity and righteousness in all circumstances 1 Peter 2:12

7.3 Choosing forgiveness and reconciliation over bitterness and resentment Ephesians 4:31-32

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