1. They all went back (1-17)

Joseph had his silver cup planted in Benjamin's sack. When Joseph's steward caught up with the brothers and accused them of stealing the cup, they vehemently denied it. But when a search was made, it was found in Benjamin's sack. The brothers could have left Benjamin to his fate and gone free, but they tore their clothes, loaded their donkeys, and returned.

2. Judah's fruit of repentance (18-34)

Judah had promised his father that he would be personally responsible for Benjamin. Judah had been a man of broken promises (Ge 38). He had not cared about his father's sorrow in the past. Now he pled for Benjamin, and spoke of the unbearable grief that the loss of Benjamin would bring to his father. Then he made a practical offer: He would stay as a substitute for Benjamin. His repentance was real.

Application: Lord, help me to repent sincerely, and bear the fruit that befits repentance. Help me to keep my promises.
One Word: Let me remain in his place