Category Archives: Genesis

Visions Bring Decisions

Posted on June 11, 2015 by Mark Shields

As explained in Genesis 46, Jacob knew that he should settle his family in Egypt because God spoke to him in a vision telling him to go to Egypt. God told Jacob He would go to Egypt with him and … Continue reading →

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He Loves Us Even When We Do Not Deserve It

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Mark Shields

Joseph had been sold into slavery many years ago because of his brother’s jealousy but his ability to interpret dreams helped him progress from slave to second-in-command in Egypt. When a famine hit the region, Joseph was prepared because God … Continue reading →

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Joseph Reveals His Identity

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Mark Shields

Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers in Genesis 45. He told them not to be afraid for selling him into slavery many years ago. Joseph’s attitude of his circumstance is that God put him in his position for a … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Genesis 45-47

Posted on June 8, 2015 by Mark Shields

I’ve shared about my journey through Genesis 41-44 over the past two weeks; about how God spoke to Joseph in dreams and how He speaks to us today through His Word. Like Joseph who affected the lives of people around … Continue reading →

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Let it Go

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Redeemer, one point written about is how the family of Jacob was being destroyed by the past. When Judah steps ahead and begs Joseph for the chance to take the place of Benjamin, we are reminded of … Continue reading →

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