Genesis 46-47
Key Points
• Through wisdom Joseph made it possible for Israel to maintain its separate identity.
• Israel was a blessing to Pharaoh and Egypt.
• God cared for and blessed Israel in the land of Egypt.
Things the Church can learn
• God has made it possible for his church to maintain its identity through the wisdom of Jesus.
− Jesus tells us to obey his commands. – John 14:15
− Jesus tells us to work together. – Matthew 18:20; Luke 10:1
− Jesus tells us to make disciples. – Matthew 28:18-20
• The church should be a blessing to the world.
− Through Christlike love. – Mark 12:31 & John 13:34-35
− Through integrity. – Philippians 4:8
− Through the sharing of the life saving Gospel. – Mark 16:15
• God cares for and blesses the church while it is in this world.
− It is important to keep ourselves separate from the world. – 1 John 2:15-17
− It is important that we live in obedience. – John 14:23
− It is important that we love like Jesus loves. – John 15:10