Joseph the Slave

Preview: The life of Joseph is given as an example of Christian living through hardship.


Scripture Reading: Genesis 41:14-24.

Memory Verse: Genesis 39:1.

1. How old was Joseph when he was sold into slavery? Genesis 37:2.
2. Why was Joseph prosperous? Genesis 39:2.
3. What did his master make him and what was the result? Genesis 39:3-5.
4. What was Joseph’s attitude when he was tempted? Genesis 39:7-9.
5. Did he suffer even though he was innocent? Genesis 39:16-20.
6. Was God still with him? Genesis 39:21-23.
Note: Let us remember that God was with Joseph when he was sold into slavery, but he still suffered. God’s presence with us does not prevent us from suffering or being tried. He gives us strength to endure and overcome in all conditions.
7. What incident shows us that Joseph was cheerful? Genesis 40:5-7.
8. Did Joseph recognize the fact that he was suffering unjustly? Genesis 40:12-15.
9. Did the chief butler remember Joseph? Genesis 40:20-23.
10. What happened to Pharaoh two years later? Genesis 41:1-7.
11. What did he do when morning came? Genesis 41:8.
12. Why did Pharaoh send for Joseph? Genesis 41:9-13.
13. Did Joseph interpret Pharaoh’s dream? What was the interpretation? Genesis 41:25-32.
14. What advice did Joseph give Pharaoh? Genesis 41:33-35.
15. Why did he give that advice? Genesis 41:36.
Note: The noble character of Joseph is manifested by the fact that in the face of continuously unjust treatment he was not bitter. He was sold into slavery by his own brothers. His master’s wife attempted to seduce him. After she failed she lied about him and caused him to be put into a dungeon. In all this he remained obedient to God.