As we see how Jacob was treated due to Joseph, we see a picture of us and Christ. We are treated by God as royalty, sons of the King, because of Christ.
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Rest of the sons | Genesis 49:13-21
“God helps those who help themselves” (and it’s not referring to eating). Will God help us if we won’t try to help ourselves, if we won’t even ask for help?
Dastardly deed done | Genesis 34:25-31
You’d think they’d only seek recompense from the perpetrator himself. It is an overreaction. As we saw earlier, it was also deceptive.
Planning treachery | Genesis 34:13-17
Jacob’s sons (led by Simeon and Levi, direct brothers of Dinah), are very offended by the situation and seek revenge. They quickly concoct a dastardly plan.
His ways are higher | Genesis 30:22-24
If you’re baffled by God’s grace in this situation, join the club. I have to go back to Isaiah 55:8-9 to settle my weary mind on this matter.