Genesis 45:1-15

Resentment – ill will felt as a result of a real or imagined grievance.

Revenge – to get even or to give injury in return for a wrong done.

Reconciliation – the restoration of friendly relations.

Amends – something done or given by a person to make up for a loss or injury he or she has caused.

What does the story of Joseph teach us about resisting the temptation toward revenge?
1. Deal with

before the opportunity for

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is presented. (Genesis 41:51; Ephesians 4:27)
2. Instead of

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, work toward making

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. (Genesis 42:21; Romans 12:18)
3. Adopt a

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mentality. (Genesis 44:33-34; Matthew 5:9)