A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 40:1-23. As we read this section of Joseph’s story, we can think of him as being forged and tempered in fiery trials with YHWH as the master craftsman shaping and honing the imprisoned slave to become the savior of his people and of all Egypt – a daunting instrument of salvation.
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 39:1-23. Joseph thrives as slave and as prisoner because God was with him.
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 38:1-49. How one women scratches and claws her way into God's covenant people and saves the line of Judah from extinction and Judah begins to get humble.
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 37:12-36. Joseph is captured and sold into slavery by his brothers.
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 37:1-11. God rules over all things, even sin and sinners like Joseph and his family,
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 36:1-43. The story of Esau and the Kingdom of Red.
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 35:1-29. Jacob finally returns to Bethel to fulfill his 30-year-old vow.
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 34:1-20. The rape of Dinah and the retaliation of Jacob's sons.
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 33:1-20. Jacob and Esau reconcile.
A message from the series "Genesis: Bedrock Theology." Genesis 32:22-32. Jacob wrestles with God.