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Genesis, 41

45. And he changed his name and called him, in the Egyptian tongue: ‘Savior of the world.’ And he gave him as a wife, Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera, priest of Heliopolis. And so Joseph went out into the land of Egypt.

Aiheeseen liittyvät säkeet Genesis, 41:

Genesis 41 describes how Joseph interpreted Pharaoh's dreams, who predicted seven years of abundance followed by seven years of hunger, and how he was elevated to the position of governor of Egypt to manage food storage during the years of abundance to prepare to prepare to The years of hunger. Here are five verses related to the themes of the chapter:

Isaiah 41:10: "Do not fear, because I am with you; I do not haunt yourself, because I am your God; I strengthen you, and help you, and I support you with my faithful right hand." Joseph was taken from the prison fund to become governor of Egypt, something that could only have happened through divine intervention. This verse shows how God is faithful and sustains us during difficult times.

Psalm 105:16-17: "It caused hungry to all the earth, and cut their livelihood. He sent a man before them; he was sold as a slave, Joseph." God used Joseph's life to save all the people of Egypt and the region during the hunger provided for in Pharaoh's dreams. This verse demonstrates how God can use difficult circumstances to fulfill His purposes.

Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust the Lord of all your heart, and do not stir in your own understanding. Recognizes him in all your ways, and he will straighten your paths." Joseph trusted God and was elevated to the position of governor of Egypt. This verse teaches us to trust God and allow him to guide our ways.

John 15:5: "I am the vine, you are the sticks; who is in me, and I in him, he gives a lot of fruit; for without me you can do it." Joseph was used by God to produce a great fruit by saving Egypt and the region of hunger. This verse reminds us that without God's presence in our lives we can do nothing.

Psalm 46:1: "God is our refuge and fortress, a good help in anguish." Joseph faced many difficulties in his life, but always found strength and refuge in God. This verse reminds us that God is always present and willing to help us in our moments of necessity.





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