In this, the final part of my series on the story of the family of Abraham, I discuss what relevance it might have for us today.
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Tag: Joseph
The Family of Abraham: Part 41—The Continuing Adventures
Today, I discuss a few of the echoes of the Genesis narrative in later stories in Scripture.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 40—Disposing of the Bodies
Chapter 50 of Genesis gives a lot of attention to the embalming and burial of bodies. Within this episode I explore why this is.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 39—The Testament of Jacob
I discuss Genesis 49 and Israel’s prophetic statements concerning his twelve tribes.
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David and Jonathan
What’s the significance of David and Jonathan’s friendship? Is there something more significant in terms of redemptive history or biblical theology that warrants it being highlighted so frequently and with such strong terms?
The Family of Abraham: Part 38—The Blessing of Joseph’s Sons
I discuss Genesis 48 and Jacob’s faith in blessing the sons of Joseph.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 37—The Continuing Famine and Joseph’s Promise to His Father
I discuss Genesis 47, as Joseph introduces Pharaoh to his brothers and father, we hear the continued events of the famine, and Joseph promises to bury Jacob in Canaan.
The Family of Abraham: Part 36—Jacob’s Descent into Egypt
James Bejon and I discuss Genesis 46 and the descent of Jacob into Egypt.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 35—Joseph Reveals Himself to His Brothers
I discuss Genesis 45, as Joseph reveals himself to his brothers and Jacob discovers that his son is alive.
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The Family of Abraham: Part 34—Judah Intercedes for Benjamin
Joseph’s missing silver cup having been found in the possession of Benjamin, Judah intercedes for him to Joseph.
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