Scripture Passage: Genesis 32: 18-36, 37: 1-36, 41: 1-49, 43: 1-15, 45:4-8, 50: 15-21
(Again, this is a massive amount of scripture. The story of Joseph is long. I think I would read at most Gen. 37:1-4, 37:18-24, 41:25-28, 45:4-8, 50:20, filling in with the narrative between scripture readings. Or G-Love -- that's the hubs, if you don't know -- recommends letting the kiddos watch the Dreamworks version of Joseph, which closely follows the biblical narrative, then simply referring back to the story as you do your Jesse tree study/devotion.)
Here, in the story of Joseph, we see God providentially work situations to bring Joseph to the land of Egypt, where, in the midst of famine, he is in charge of grain storage. In this responsibility, God uses him not only to ensure the well-being of His family, but also the continued lineage of Christ (who will eventually be born in the line of Joseph's brother, Judah). Joseph becomes a sort of Christ figure (a foreshadowing of the greater redemption story), as God uses his sacrifice into slavery to bring about eventual forgiveness and salvation (from famine) for his brothers. (Is Joseph considered an official Christ-"type" in biblical academia? To be honest, I don't know.) God demonstrates His faithfulness to His covenant, His creativity in bringing His promises to pass, His provision and care for His people, etc.
Key Passage: Genesis 50: 20 -- "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good."
Suggested Sumbol: coat of many colors
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