Now that Joseph's identity has been revealed, Jacob and his family prepare for a journey out of the promised land to Egypt. God reassures Jacob of His enduring presence with him on the journey. In this passage, we find timeless principles for the journey of the Christian life that we may remain faithful as sojourners in a world that is not our home.
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
HEAD: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR MINDS TO HELP US UNDERSTAND GOD’S WORD.
Where have we seen the words of 46:2-3 before? Why is this repeated to Jacob?
How do we see Joseph’s wisdom on display as he settles his family in Goshen?
In each passage, we have been drawing out the “Christ connections” in Joseph. Where do we see this in chapter 47. What New Testament scripture supports your answer?
HEART: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR AFFECTIONS TO HELP US LOVE GOD
Read 47:25. As the Egyptians were saved by Joseph, so we are saved by Christ. How should our hearts respond to this reality?
What daily obstacles tempt to keep you from joyful gratitude and servitude to Jesus?
HANDS: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR HANDS TO HELP US LIVE FOR GOD (PERSONALLY, COMMUNALLY, AND MISSIONALLY)
The genealogy of chapter 46 is a testimony to God’s faithfulness to grow this family as he promised. How can you recount God’s faithfulness in your life?
Go back to 46:4. How does this verse point us to the hope of the resurrection? How does this hope affect the way you think and live as you journey through life?