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Joseph and His Brothers

Genesis 37; 39–45

Sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph forgives them and saves his family.

The Story

Joseph was his father's favorite son, and his jealous brothers sold him as a slave in Egypt. Through many hard years, Joseph kept his faith in God. He interpreted the Pharaoh's dreams and became ruler of Egypt — second only to the king. When a terrible famine struck, his brothers came begging for food, not knowing who he was. Joseph revealed himself and forgave them, saying, 'What you meant for evil, God meant for good.'

The Lesson

Even when people hurt us, God can bring great good out of it. Forgiving others is one of the most Christ-like things we can do.