Christ In Jacob's Blessing EP. 26

Christ In Jacob's Blessing EP. 26

We've made our way through all of Genesis. Did all of the conflicts get resolved or is a conclusion still in waiting? Listen in to see what happens! Reflection Questions * How does understanding Jacob's adoption of Joseph's sons impact your understanding of God's adoption of believers? * How can keeping an eternal perspective help as we go through various struggles? * How does observing God's continued faithfulness incite faith to trust in Him? Recommended Scripture Reading * Genesis 48-50 * Hebrews 11:21-22 If you'd like to reach out, send an email to Christinpodcast@gmail.com!

Christ In Joseph's Provision EP. 25

Joseph's finally reveals himself to his brothers. Healing and restoration can now begin, but first, the family must journey from the land of promise to Egypt. Listen in to see what happens! Reflection Questions * Have you ever been in a situation that you were unaware if it would end good or bad? How can trusting in God's provision ease potential fears? * How can a big-picture awareness help us navigate the uncertainties of life? * How can trusting the deliverance of Christ help us endure suffering faithfully? Recommended Scripture Reading * Genesis 45-47 * Revelation 21 If you'd like to reach out, send an email to Christinpodcast@gmail.com!

Christ In Joseph's Testing EP. 24

Favored son, slave, ruler of house, prisoner, second in command of Egypt. Joseph's titles to this point have accurately portrayed the highs and lows of his life. In the midst of all of it though, God has never left him and has had a great plan. Reflection Questions * How can having a healthy fear of the Lord impact your life? * Have you had any tests in life that elicited greater faith? * How does seeing Joseph as a foreshadowing of Jesus change the way you read this story? Recommended Scripture Reading * Genesis 42-44 If you'd like to reach out, send an email to Christinpodcast@gmail.com!

Christ In Joseph's Exaltation EP. 23

From prisoner to second in command of all of Egypt, Joseph's life continues to be a roller coaster. What becomes even more clear is that God is with Joseph and has a great plan behind the scenes. Listen in to see what happens! Reflection Questions * Take some time to think about whether you are in one of the highs or lows of your life. In either place, how can God use you exactly where you are to serve those around you and make Jesus known? * What uncertainty is there in your life that God could be using to cause you to become more dependent on Him? * When confronted with the fates of the baker and cupbearer, what will your choice be (death as we all deserve or restoration before the King through faith in the work of Jesus)? Recommended Scripture Reading * Genesis 40-41 If you'd like to reach out, send an email to Christinpodcast@gmail.com!

Christ In Joseph's Imprisonment EP. 22

From favored son to slave to ruler of everything in the master's house to prisoner, Joseph's life is already a roller coaster. Yet, in the midst of it all, the Lord was with him. Listen in to see what happens! Reflection Questions * What sin do you have a tendency to "look longingly" at? How can looking longingly at Jesus instead help you overcome that temptation? * Which of the four things Joseph remembers could best help you overcome the struggles in your life? * How does it feel to know that God is present with you in the midst of all the highs and lows of life? Recommended Scripture Reading * Genesis 39 * 1 Corinthians 10:13 * Philippians 2 If you'd like to reach out, send an email to Christinpodcast@gmail.com!