Discuss Genesis 40

Potiphar Believed Joseph. The Bible doesn't Tell Us this. But for a Slave to Sexually Assault a Free Woman, Especially a Woman of this Standing. It would have Resulted in a Death Sentence. Just the Accusation Alone would have been enough to Execute Joseph Immediately. But Joseph's Character is so Godly and He Carries so Much Favor with God. The Bible doesn't let Us in on every Little Detail, but Obviously Potiphar's Wife has a Habit of Seduction. Potiphar has Enough Pull in His Position to Spare Joseph's Life. We get Caught Up sometimes in Our Surroundings, We Forget to Walk by Faith and not by SIGHT. We can't See that God is Standing Right Over Us.

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Genesis 40:8,

Sorry, I forgot to include the scriptural references for symbolism of things = days & years : Genesis 40:12, Genesis 40:18, Genesis 41:26,27,29,30,

Proverbs 1:5-7, 1Corinthians 12, 2Peter 1:20,21,

Genesis 37:5-11, Genesis 40:5-22, Genesis 41, Deuteronomy 13:1-4, Job 7:14, Jeremiah 29:8, sometimes dreams come because of movies we watched, "you caused to be dreamed" Ecclesiastes 5:3,

Genesis 20:3, Numbers 12:6, Jeremiah 23:28, Matthew 1:20, Matthew 2:12,13,19,22, Books of Daniel 2, 4, 7, Matthew 27:19,

Acts 2:17

Hopefully these are helpful

Let's review what Moses wrote in Genesis 5:1-31

This is the book of genealogy of Adam

...God created man...Adam lived...begot...Seth...and he died

Seth lived...begot Enosh...lived..and he died

Enosh lived...begot Cainan...lived...and he died

Cainan lived...begot Mahalalel...lived...and he died

Mahalalel lived...begot Jared...lived...and he died

Jared lived...begot Enoch...lived...and he died

Enoch lived...begot Methuselah...walked with God...and he was not, for God took him

Methuselah lived...begot Lamech...lived...and he died

Leech lived...begot Noah...lived...and he died

Setting aside Adam for the moment, let's be little children in our thinking and not wise to play the Sesame Street song:

One of these things is not like the others,

One of these things just doesn't belong,

Can you tell which thing is not like the others

By the time I finish my song?

Did you guess which thing was not like the others?

Did you guess which thing just doesn't belong?

If you guessed this one is not like the others,

Then you're absolutely...right!

The idea that taken = dead is wrong it means both dead and saved/translated depending on if the individual is a subject of God's grace or judgement, just like the words lifted up. To lift someone means both to restore/exalt them and execute/condemned them in scripture often paired together.

Genesis 40:12

Now within three days Pharaoh will LIFT up your head and restore you to your place...

Genesis 40:19

Within three days Pharaoh will LIFT off your head from you and hang you on a tree

John 3:13-14 No one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.

Always keep in mind the Word of God is a double edge sword that cuts both ways. The same word of faith saves Moses and his people but hardens/judges Pharoah and his people.

Please see these references: Mark 9:1-7, Matthew 17:2, Matthew 28:3, Luke 9:29, Revelation 19:11-16, Revelation 1:14, Mark 16:5, John 20:12, Acts 1:10, Ecclesiastes 9:8, Revelation 3:4,5, Revelation 7:9-17, Revelation 20:11, Isaiah 1:18, Revelation 6:2,11, Revelation 9:18, Daniel 11:35, Revelation 4:4, Daniel 7:9, Revelation 2:17, Daniel 12:10,

John 4:35,

But Also : Genesis 40:16-23, Joel 1:7, Leviticus 13, Revelation 15:6,

Hopefully these are helpful.

Amen Sister, GiGi

This part of the story of Joseph in Egypt shows how God stayed with Joseph in every circumstance. he was going to fulfill Joseph's fore-ordained purpose no matter what choices people made in Joseph's life. I was glad to read that Joseph's faith had grown since he attributed the interpretation of dreams to God. It must have been a bit difficult to tell the interpretation to the baker knowing that the outcome was not good for this person. But, Joseph believed He was speaking for God and feared God enough to speak truthfully, wishing to please God and not man. Perhaps having the opportunity to interpret these dreams was a way to prepare Joseph to interpret Pharaoh's dream, which was riskier than interpreting the dreams of the prisoners. Knowing that his interpretations of the dreams of the two men helped Joseph gain confidence that God was indeed working through him in such a supernatural way, that it wasn't himself interpreting, but God.

Good, you're at the right site. Start reading the WORD written inside by clicking the Books, I like Luke when I started that was great to show me as new study who Christ Jesus was, is & is to come. Hover over the scripture here, should bring you straight to it.

Luke 1:1-4, you can continue to read by clicking read full chapter the scroll down, click tab on edges to next chapter, etc. Many people enjoy Psalms, I didn't enjoy it as much as a new beginner study but do enjoy it much more now after years of study.

Psalms 1:1-3,

U may enjoy Exodus, which actually begins in Genesis 37:1-36, continues : Genesis 39:1-23, Genesis 40:1-23, Genesis 41:1-57, Genesis 42:1-38, Genesis 43:1-34, Genesis 44:1-34,

[Note this scripture chapter 44, Genesis, if you noticed we skipped Genesis 38, because it jumps from Joseph to Judah. Now if you read Genesis 38:1-30, you can understand a few things on deeper level = Judah maybe knows painful loss of children at this point in his life & even the difference of love towards children of his "loved wife". Next very importance of Judah's sacrifice for others, resemblance of Jesus sacrifice being beloved Son of GOD. John 3:16, ]also interesting Tamar, bore to Judah the son in Jesus documented lineage Matthew 1:1-3]

Back to story : Genesis 45:1-28, (forgiveness), Genesis 46:1-34, Genesis 47:1-12 (Redemption) Genesis 47:27-31,

Now note: Genesis 47:13-26 , Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis 12:10, Genesis 12:11-16, * Genesis 12:13-20, Genesis 16:3, Genesis 16:6-11, Genesis 15:13-14, Genesis 21:8-21, my own opinion Deuteronomy 32:35-36, Romans 12:19.

These moments in Genesis leading up to how & why Israel came into bondage. Exodus 1:1-8, continue reading Exodus 1:22, please continue to read all of Exodus.

One more encouraging note :) Hebrews 11:22, Psalms 105:1-45,

Furthermore on this site under the 1611 Version tab you can scroll to see more history on the Bible.

Hopefully these inspire a new lifetime desire of deeper study

In this current day Joseph is certainly a bright and shining example for us to follow, especially in the area of faith. Faith is a spiritual substance and a gift for those who use their God given free agency to acquire it when offered by our Lord... especially through difficult times. I have been privately ashamed to watch others perform with God so gloriously and have watched myself preach to others and at the same time stammering in faith. BUT...as with Joseph, Jesus is always the remedy. I have always believed that the level of Joseph's faith did not line up his request to be remembered regarding his stay in prison by someone who was getting out. Hence his own stay was extended. I have seen God work that way many times if He chose to. Blessed be the name of the Lord. Blessed be all his friends/servants who endure to the end. LOVE.

I believe pharoah got a bad case of food poisoning and had to investigate who tried to kill him, meanwhile throwing both in prison so they didn't repeat it or escape.

How easy one forgets of others when they are no longer in the struggle. Hmm, I have to review that in my own life...

Thank you for your comments to help me understand that good can come out of a bad situation. It's a matter of perspective and putting a title on situations "Good" or "bad".

Day 13 of Bible in a year. Feels like 2 months already haha

Great stuff to learn!

I'm trying to understand your question. If you meant to ask 'why'

Genesis 37:4

Genesis 37:5

Genesis 37:6

Genesis 37:8

Genesis 37:9

Genesis 40:8

Genesis 41:11-13

Genesis 41:15

Genesis 45:5

Psalm 37

Jeremiah 23:32

Chris,

Paul's understanding of sin and its transmission through Adam in Romans 5:12 is absolutely correct!

The beginning of sin and its transmission is in no way affected by the creation of all the races in Genesis 1:26-28, as well as the beginning of the race through Adam in Genesis 2:7; eventually becoming known as "Hebrews" (look at Genesis 40:15, Exodus 3:18, etc.)

Original sin was not transmitted through a particular bloodline, but rather through the Spirit and the Will of God.

Had Adam fulfilled his responsibility, then there would have been no need for the promise of Genesis 3:15, and we would all be living in the 3rd dispensation of time now, right here; heaven on earth. But, that did not happen, and 6000 years later we are still waiting for His second Coming.

If you want to believe that all races of humans came from Adam that is your choice. That does not affect the saving grace of Jesus Christ. I have given you Biblical reference (man, flesh, Sons of God, giants, the flood, dispensations of time) for the position I make, as well as definitions of Hebrew words for assistance and reference.

Your Biblical explanation (or lack of one) concerning HOW the other races came to be upon the earth reinforces your shaky position on such an important topic(s).

I will restate that GOD specifically refers to "nations" and "gentiles" and "heathen" and "people" as FOREIGN to the specific tribe and nation and people known as Israel. God making this distinction throughout ALL Scripture should be a big clue.

Gold does not lie in the streets and on the pathways; we have to dig a little to find it. So also is the understanding of the Word of God! ( 2Timothy 2:15)

The Bible was not written in English, it was originally written in Hebrew, Chaldean, and Greek (N.T.). A Bible Concordance is a must for every Bible student (that doesn't know Biblical Hebrew, Chaldean, and Greek).

please friend don't mix issues.the water here is the baptism,while blood mentioned is that shed on the cross.Believers in Christ are commanded to commemorate His DEATH and RESURECTION only.Birthday celebration is for non-believers.Mathew26:26-29 1st corrinth 11:24-25 John 3:5.Now about birthdays study Mark 618-29 the death of John and Genesis 40:20-22.The fuits of birthday: Matthew 7:16-20 12:33

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.

God works in a absolute and perfect way, but mysterious to man.

Verse 6- Joseph paid attention and cared for the feelings of others even though he was not in a good situation himself.

Verse 8~Joseph acknowledged that the ability to interpret dreams comes from Jehovah God. He gave God the rightful praise and credit that he deserves.

God works in mysterious ways.

Joseph's time in Egypt seemed to be there to teach him one great lesson: Others may mean you evil in the things they do, but God means you good in those very same things.
Had his brothers not meant him evil he most likely would not have been in Egypt.
Had Potiphar's wife not lied, he wouldn't have met the Butler.
Had the Butler not forgotten him, he wouldn't have interpreted Pharaoh's dream.

We will at times think that our good words are wasted on people, and their neglect to render to us good again in return will disappoint us. It is not however; as some mistakenly use; "casting pearls before swine;" for our life is in God's hands, and our days for being His servants, to do with us after His own plans. This is not ALL of our story! We wait for, and look for a better Country to come.

What a joy to find soenome else who thinks this way.

Be care full of how we treat other people because some day they might be over us. It would have been easy for Joseph to have taken revenge on the butler after he was promoted.

The story of Joseph, and the two officials of Pharoah is interesting as it reveals God's sovereighty. One thing that thickly caught my attention is the fate of the king's baker who should have been restored just as the butler rather he was killed. The butler did nothing special to deserve restoration yet he received pardon from the king. May God not allow us die where we would have been delivered. May we not be victimized where we are supposed to have victory.

Chief Butler was lifted up, he forgot about Joseph.Life is like that, we shouldnt blame him.Many things could have responsible for that.The most important thing is Joseph was lifted higher than Butler.This should be a lesson to us Christians, we must always trust in the Lord. Our local pastors, wives, children, doctors, lawyers and governments can fail us but God will never fail. He wont fail because it isnt possible for God to fail.

In Genesis 40, speaks how God was fulfilling his promiss to Joseph which hi promissed to him long time ago.

Daniel, the Scripture in chapter 40 says nothing about Joseph having another encounter with Pharaoh before he was brought out of prison to interpt this dream. If it doesn 't speak of anything in Scripture I will not proclaim it as the gospel. God bless us all and also in the understanding of his Word. Glory be to God in the highest through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen!

Stephen, it 's impossible to restore a fallen angel because they knew exactly what they were doing when they rebelled against God in Heaven. 2 Peter 2:4 says, "For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them in chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgement. This is the white Throne judgment and after this come the lake of fire for the fallen angels and all unrepentant human sinner which is the second death. Jesus preached to the people that perished in Noah 's day 1 Peter 3:18, 19, 20 says, "For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened-or- made alive by the Spirit-or- Holy Ghost v19 By which also he went and preached unto the spirits in prison v20 Which sometimes were disobedient, when once the long-suffering of God waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was a preparing, wherein few, that is, eight souls, were saved by water. That 's eight souls were saved from the water by Noah 's ark. God bless us all and also in the understanding of his Word. Praise God through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen!