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Lesson 23

ANSWERS

Gen 39-41

1.  Who bought Joseph when he got to Egypt? 39:1 Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, captain of the guard, an Egyptian.

2.  When Potiphar saw that Joseph found favor in the eyes of the Lord, how did he respond? 39:5 He put Joseph in charge of all he had.

3.  Joseph was handsome, so what problem arose because of this? 39:7 His master's wife wanted Joseph to be with her.

4.  How did Joseph reply? 39:8-9 He refused and said that would be sinning against God and Potiphar who trusted him!

5.  What did she eventually do after all of the rejections he gave her? 39:11-12 She grabbed his coat and he fled without it, leaving it in her hands.

6.  What lie did she tell Potiphar about Joseph? 39:17-19 She showed her husband the coat and said that Joseph had mocked them and attacked her.

7.  What happened to Joseph after Potiphar heard the lie his wife told? 39:20 He was thrown into prison.

8.  Whose favorable attention did he gain in prison? 39:21-22 The prison keeper who put him in charge of all those in the prison.

9.  What 2 palace officials were in prison with him? 40:2 The chief baker and the chief butler.

10.  How did Joseph show his concern for the other prisoners? 40:6-7 By asking why they were so sad.

11.  Who did Joseph say could interpret things? 40:8 God.

12.  What was the chief butler’s dream? 40: 9-11 Then the chief butler told his dream to Joseph, and said to him, “Behold, in my dream a vine was before me, and in the vine were three branches; it was as though it budded, its blossoms shot forth, and its clusters brought forth ripe grapes. Then Pharaoh’s cup was in my hand; and I took the grapes and pressed them into Pharaoh’s cup, and placed the cup in Pharaoh’s hand.”

13.  What was the interpretation? 40:12-13 The three branches are three days; within three days he would be restored to his position as Pharaoh's butler.

14.  What was the baker’s dream? 40:16-17 “I also was in my dream, and there were three white baskets on my head. In the uppermost basket were all kinds of baked goods for Pharaoh, and the birds ate them out of the basket on my head.”

15.  What was his interpretation? 40:18-19 The three baskets are three days and in three days he would be hanged and the birds would eat his flesh.

16.  What did Joseph ask of the butler and did he do it? 40:14 To remember him to Pharaoh since he was falsely accused. 40:23 He did not remember him.

17.  How long after this did Pharaoh have dreams? 41:1 Two years.

18.  Describe his dreams. 41:2-7 "Suddenly there came up out of the river seven cows, fine looking and fat; and they fed in the meadow. Then behold, seven other cows came up after them out of the river, ugly and gaunt, and stood by the other cows on the bank of the river. And the ugly and gaunt cows ate up the seven fine looking and fat cows. So Pharaoh awoke. He slept and dreamed a second time; and suddenly seven heads of grain came up on one stalk, plump and good. Then behold, seven thin heads, blighted by the east wind, sprang up after them. And the seven thin heads devoured the seven plump and full heads. So Pharaoh awoke, and indeed, it was a dream."

19.  Who did Pharaoh send for and could they interpret his dreams? 41:8 All of his magicians of Egypt and its wise men but no one could do it.

20.  Who spoke up at this time remembering his faults and what did he say? 41:9-13 The butler remembered Joseph and told Pharaoh that he had interpreted dreams correctly in prison.

21.  Who did Joseph give credit for the interpretation of dreams to once again? 41:16 God

22.  What did Joseph say the dreams meant? 41:25-28 Seven ears of corn and cows meant seven years. The bad cows and ears meant 7 bad years and the good cows and ears meant 7 good years. The good years would come first and then the bad.

23.  What plan did Joseph give Pharaoh to survive the famine when it came? 41:33-36 “Now therefore, let Pharaoh select a discerning and wise man, and set him over the land of Egypt. Let Pharaoh do this, and let him appoint officers over the land, to collect one-fifth of the produce of the land of Egypt in the seven plentiful years. And let them gather all the food of those good years that are coming, and store up grain under the authority of Pharaoh, and let them keep food in the cities. Then that food shall be as a reserve for the land for the seven years of famine which shall be in the land of Egypt, that the land may not perish during the famine.”

24.Who did Pharaoh select to do this job? 41:39-41 Joseph.

25.  What did Pharaoh give Joseph at this time to show his status? 41:42-45 His signet ring, fine linen clothes, gold chain, complete authority over Egypt, a wife named Asenath.

26.  How old was Joseph? 41:46 Joseph was 30 years old when he stood before Pharaoh.

27.  How many sons did Joseph have and what were their names? 41:50-52 Two, Manasseh and Ephraim.

Thought Questions:

A.  How does the story of Joseph illustrate how “all things work together for good for those who love the Lord.” Rom. 8:28? The story of Joseph is a wonderful story to illustrate this principle. No matter what happens in our lives, God can work all things out for our good. When Joseph was sold, he had to be thinking that this was the worst thing that every happened to him. Then it got worse and he went to prison for something he didn’t do. The key is he remained faithful no matter what happened. He served the Lord and did the right thing no matter the cost. In every situation, God blessed him in that place. We need to remember this in our own life. When something bad happens that we can’t understand, remain faithful, pray, and give it to God.

B.  What lesson can we learn from Joseph’s situation with Potiphar’s wife? Resist and flee, two best ways to get away from temptation. Look for ways out because God always provides ways.

I Cor. 10:13-15 "No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it. Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry. I speak as to wise men; judge for yourselves what I say."

I Tim 6:11-12 "But you, O man of God, flee these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, gentleness. Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses."

II Tim. 2:22-23 "Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. But avoid foolish and ignorant disputes, knowing that they generate strife."

James 4:7-8 "Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded."

I Pet 5:5-11 "Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for

“ God resists the proud,
But gives grace to the humble.”

Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you. To Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen."

These scriptures will carry you far when struggling with temptations so that you can stand firm, like Joseph.

 

 

Lesson by:  Regaina Thompson

Edited by:  Joan Miller