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Weekly Guide：2022-2023 Week 16
April 24, 2022
Week 16 Day 1: Descendants of Esau ⇧ ⇩
Question
What was God’s plan for Isaac’s other son Esau?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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The ninth segment of Adam’s family history. Realization of God’s promise to Esau.
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Esau is Edom. Edom was ruled by Kings before Israelites. The sons of Edom were living in the promised land but Esau took them to Seir. Jacob’s sons except Benjamin were all born outside of the promised land but he lead them back to it.
Meditation: My Story
- Identity - Esau was strong and Jacob was weak on the surface. However, God’s blessing is not superficial nor material. What is my focus when I lead my family to follow the Lord?
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 16 Day 2: Selling of Joseph ⇧ ⇩
Question
How did God continue with His plan through Jacob’s sons?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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Jacob’s sons sold their brother Joseph to Egypt foreshadows God’s redemption plan. Genesis 38 is an important chapter of Jesus’ genealogy. Tamar was one of the few women recorded in the lineage. Her faith humbled and ashamed Judah.
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God proceeded with His salvation plan through the jealousy of Jacob’s sons as well as Tamar’s faith.
Meditation: My Story
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Walking with God - Although Tamar followed the tradition to give her husband an offspring, but God was still pleased with her faith. Judah also admitted that Tamar was more righteous. How does Tamar’s faith encourage me?
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Integrity - Joseph’s brother sold him to Egypt driven by their jealousy. Such jealousy came from the dissatisfaction brought forth by comparison. How do I practice “Love is not Jealousy” and apply that to my life?
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 16 Day 3: Imprisoned in Egypt ⇧ ⇩
Question
What happened after Joseph was sold to Egypt?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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The story of Joseph after he was sold to Egypt.
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Joseph became a slave, was tempted, framed, and jailed. But God was with him the whole time.
Meditation: My Story
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Walking with God - Joseph prospered and succeeded in everything because God was by his side during difficult time. But this does not mean he would not be persecuted by the sinful world. Ask God to help me realize what is the real meaning of “Walking with God.”
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Integrity - When faced temptations, Joseph tried to refuse and elude, but had to run away when he was unable to hide anymore. Joseph kept himself clean and had peace in his heart even though he was framed. What is my weakest point facing all the temptations of the world? What have I learned from Joseph’s example?
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 16 Day 4: Prosper and Success ⇧ ⇩
Question
Can Joseph avoid prison?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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Joseph got released from prison and put in charge of the whole land of Egypt for interpreting Pharaoh’s dreams. God blessed through Joseph everyone around him. At the same time, Joseph tested his brothers who came to Egypt to buy grain.
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Joseph saw God’s plan through his own experiences and gave glory to God in front of Pharaoh. God brought Joseph’s brothers to repentance through his test.
Meditation: My Story
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Identity - Joseph gave all the glory to God for his ability to interpret Pharaoh’s dreams. He did not aim to benefit himself from the God given ability. How does Joseph’s example remind me about my own work and service?
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Community - It wasn’t that Joseph did not forgive his brothers that he tested them. It was quite conceivable that Joseph was full of vengeance when his brothers bowed down to him. Can I learn from Joseph and look up to God instead of taking matters into my own hands when someone wrongs me?
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Fidelity - Joseph was faithful to his job, responsibilities, and worked for Pharaoh who did not know God. Take a close look at my own job. How does Joseph remind me what my attitude should be?
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 16 Day 5: Joseph and Brothers ⇧ ⇩
Question
Would Joseph’s brothers change?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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Joseph’s brothers came to Egypt to buy grain the second time. Joseph tested them again.
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Through Joseph’s test, God led and changed Judah’s life from brother-selling to self-sacrificing. God put us through difficult situations to help us to face our sins and cause our lives to change.
Meditation: My Story
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Identity - Judah’s life was changed with the test. Judah pleaded for Benjamin and was willing to substitute for him. Do I have similar experiences? How can I rely on God to help me win over my past sins and turn me around?
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Integrity - Judah praised Tamar for being more righteous. Judah’s life was renewed and his family was greatly blessed with Lord Jesus Christ to come from his descendants. From his selling of Joseph, failing of father-in-law’s duty to Tamar, to the second grain buying, what do I see in his spiritual growth? How does the story of Judah remind me about my own spiritual growth?
Prayer
Notes and Responses
Week 16 Day 6: Joseph's Identity Revealed ⇧ ⇩
Question
How did Israel arrive in Egypt?
Scripture Reading
Meditation: God’s Story
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Joseph made himself known to his brothers and comforted them. Israel brought the whole family to Egypt.
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Through the dreadful act of selling Joseph, God saved Israel’s entire family. God fulfilled the promise that Abraham’s descendants would go to Egypt.
Meditation: My Story
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Identity - Israel went to Beersheba to offer sacrifice and prayed to God before going to Egypt. His spiritual life grew even more. God led Israel and made him humble, gentle, and faithful. How does the story of Israel’s life encourage me?
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Community - Joseph comforted his brothers when he made himself known to them. He told them that even with the evil heart of man, God’s plan is always for the good. Man’s forgiveness is limited but God’s salvation is boundless and infinite. Only by leaning on God can man obtain the true freedom. Joseph relied on God to better his relationship with his brothers. How does Joseph’s story encourage me about my relationship with members of my family?