The story of Joseph, the eleventh son of Jacob, occupies a significant portion of the first book in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament). Joseph's narrative is a tale replete with peaks, valleys, and unexpected turns. His journey was an emotional rollercoaster that mirrors many of the ebbs and flows in our own lives. In this series, we will delve into this saga in Genesis, which not only highlights Joseph's unwavering faith amidst immense challenges but also underscores the broader implications of God's plan for the world.
by Dion Frasier
Preaching
Joseph is his dad’s favorite son. This position coupled with Joseph’s vision that pits his brothers as subservient to him is the source of his sibling’s ire. A sequence of unfortunate events ensues, and the Joseph’s life is turned upside-down. How does the young man deal with betrayal and rejection. How are we to deal with the nightmare conditions in our own lives?
by Dion Frasier
Preaching
We introduce the story of Joseph by probing a clear theme present in the book of Genesis. Throughout Genesis, there are stories of sibling rivalry and family dysfunction. It is no surprise that the story of Joseph follows suit with a expansive narrative regarding his family history and dysfunction. As we will see, this dysfunction seems to be a part of Joseph’s family DNA.
