Biblical Studies

Biblical Studies

God Meant It For Good [Genesis 50 Study]

Genesis 50:20 is Joseph's Romans 8:28. The story of Joseph is a lesson of God's providence. Others meant it for evil; God meant it for good.

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Lion of Judah: When All Is Said and Done [Genesis 49 Study]

In Genesis 49, Jacob prophesies the Lion of Judah. Jacob's final words to his twelve sons reminds us to consider the legacy we leave behind.

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God Will Be With You [Genesis 47–48 Study]

What will your final words be to your children? Can we borrow and utter Jacob's words to Joseph, "As God has been with me, God will be with you."

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Introduction to the Book of Psalms

This article covers several topics on the book of Psalms: purpose, questions to ask when reading, genre, origin of composition, and content.

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God Rescues Egypt [Genesis 47:1–26 Study]

In Genesis 47, God rescues and blesses Egypt through Joseph. As Christian, we are sojourners, benefactors (instruments of blessing), and slaves.

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Prepared to Die [Genesis 46 Study]

Following the example of Jacob, we learn from Genesis 46 that as we worship God, trust Him, and live for Him, we will be prepared to die.

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It Is Enough [Genesis 45:9–28 Study]

Jacob reunited with Joseph and said, "It is enough." Can we follow Jacob's example of contentment and say, "My cup overflows. It is enough."

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A Portrait of Forgiveness [Genesis 45:1–8 Study]

There are several well-known Bible stories on forgiveness, but few are as renown as the story of Joseph, a model example of forgiveness.

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Judah Becomes Surety for Benjamin — Genesis 44

Judah became surety for Benjamin. Likewise, Jesus became surety for Christians. As our guarantor, Jesus receives the title Lion of Judah.

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Judah’s Plea for Benjamin [Genesis 44:18-34 Study]

The climax of the Joseph narrative. "The most moving address in all the Word of God." Judah offers himself as Benjamin's substitute and surety.

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Joseph Plants His Silver Cup [Genesis 44:1-17 Study]

Joseph tests his brothers' readiness for reconciliation by planting his silver cup inside Benjamin's sack. How will Joseph's brothers respond?

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Joseph Reunites with Benjamin [Genesis 43:15-34 Study]

Jacob gives final instructions to his sons who return to Egypt with Benjamin. Joseph reunites with Benjamin, and Joseph hosts a celebratory feast.