Missouri City Sermon Notes
November 19, 2023

WHO’S MISSING FROM YOUR TABLE? Genesis 42-46

Series: FROM THE PIT TO THE PALACE

Joseph’s amazing story continues after his arrival in the palace and we will cover five chapters or 168 verses this morning.
Let’s discover so “do’s” and “don’t’s” from today’s story. Let’s focus on healing family dynamics as we see in the dysfunctional family of Joseph.

I.DO ADMIT PAST

(42:21)
After 20 years, the brothers finally admit to the sinful wrong they had corporately committed against Joseph.
*Many families continue down a path of estrangement because they are too to admit past mistakes and hurts.

II. DON’T SAY “I

YOU SO” (42:22)
An attitude of superiority does not aid in reconciliation.

III. DO PUT

FIRST (43:9, 44:33)
The brother (Judah) who suggested slavery for Joseph was ready to be enslaved for Benjamin.
What was Baylor’s motto in 2021: , ,

IV. DO FORGIVE (45:4-5)
In the story, how did Chief Maskepetoon break the cycle of hatred?
Finish the quote: “When Satan reminds you of your past, remind him of his

.”

WHO’S MISSING FROM YOUR TABLE?