1. To save lives (1-24)

When Joseph revealed himself to his brothers, they were terrified. But Joseph had no thought of revenge. He taught them God's purpose in sending him to Egypt. He saw his life in the light of God's sovereignty. He understood the meaning of his suffering, and it was worth it all. God was using him in his redemptive work to save lives. He saved the lives of many Egyptians; he saved the lives of God's people by a great deliverance. To accomplish this purpose, God had humbled him to be a slave and exalted him to be a father to the king of Egypt. God wants to use us in his great redemptive work. In God, our lives have meaning.

2. My son Joseph is alive! (25-28)

Jacob had lived with great sorrow in his heart for 20 years. He could scarcely believe the good news. He finally learned that God is faithful.

Application: Lord, teach me to trust you in times of pain and sorrow, so that you can use me in your life-saving work.
One Word: God wants to save lives