“And now do not be distressed or angry with yourselves because you sold me here, for God sent me before you to preserve life.” —Genesis 45:5 (ESV)

Bible Engagement

Tier 1: Genesis 50 Joseph
Tier 2: Exodus 4-7; Hebrews 11:21-27
Tier 3: Exodus 4-7; Hebrews 11:21-27

Tier 1 Questions
1. Joseph’s brothers were

that Joseph would take revenge after their father died. Instead, Joseph

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. What did he say to them?

• What does Joseph’s response reveal about his heart towards his brothers and towards God?

2. How do Joseph’s unjust suffering and moments of “success” appear similar to Job’s experience?

Tiers 2-3 Questions
1. Why did Moses ask God to send someone else to lead the Israelites out of Egypt? (see Exodus 4:10-13)

2. In Exodus 6:6, God promised to redeem the Israelites. Remember from the Week 2 study of Job that to redeem means to “

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,” usually delivering someone from

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circumstances. Why did the Israelites need to be redeemed?

3.God named the yearly feast to celebrate the Israelite’s redemption through the 10th plague the

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. Why did God want them to remember it? (see Exodus 6:6-7)

4. How old were Moses and Aaron when they spoke to Pharoah? (See Exodus 7)

5. What insight does the Hebrews passage reveal?

Application

1. Write down what you observed about God’s nature, human, nature, and themes this week.

2. Consider the life of Joseph. In what ways is God challenging you to remain faithful to bring glory to Him?

Growth Check

Congratulations! You have completed four weeks of the plan. Our goal is to grow closer to God and in community with each other. Take a few moments to assess your growth so far.

Loving God
1. How have you grown in prayer?

1. What is one trait of God that has led you to worship?
   

2. In what area God is pruning in you?
   

Loving Others
1. How have you been challenged in your love for people since starting the plan?

2. In what ways have you grown in love for people?