Genesis 42-43

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by: Debbie Galyen

03/01/2025

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“In truth we are guilty concerning our brother ...” (42:21). Brought low themselves, Joseph’s brothers finally faced their guilt. They had no idea that Joseph’s request for Benjamin was motivated by his own desire to see “his mother’s son” and verify that he had not been treated badly by his older brothers. While Joseph tested his brothers, they remembered and regretted their cruelty. Reuben realized “there comes a reckoning for his blood” (42:21).

“What is this that God has done to us?” (42:28). Through testing and pressure, Jacob’s sons were brought face to face with their guilt. However, God’s purpose was not to harm them, but to give them an opportunity for reconciliation and rescue. 

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“In truth we are guilty concerning our brother ...” (42:21). Brought low themselves, Joseph’s brothers finally faced their guilt. They had no idea that Joseph’s request for Benjamin was motivated by his own desire to see “his mother’s son” and verify that he had not been treated badly by his older brothers. While Joseph tested his brothers, they remembered and regretted their cruelty. Reuben realized “there comes a reckoning for his blood” (42:21).

“What is this that God has done to us?” (42:28). Through testing and pressure, Jacob’s sons were brought face to face with their guilt. However, God’s purpose was not to harm them, but to give them an opportunity for reconciliation and rescue. 

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