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Service notes: "God's got your back!" Genesis 41:37-46 Background: -Joseph the son of Jacob. One of 12 kids. -Joseph had dreams that upset brothers and dad. -Joseph's dreams showed his family bowing down to him. -Brothers plot to kill Joseph out of hate and envy. -brothers sold Joseph onto slavery and moved to Egypt. -Joseph was offered sex by his master's wife. In order to honor God, Joseph left. -Joseph was thrown into prison due to wife's story. Genesis 41:37-46 -Has anybody every ever been hurt or broken by family? What kind of hate would that cause in you? -Could you image being removed from family, friends, loved ones? -At the young age of 17, Joseph lost all plans for his future due to slavery. -He dealt with loneliness and abandonment. -What would that raise up in you? Anger? Pain? Loneliness? Definitions: Preparation-getting ready. Promotion- advancing. Are you preparing for your promotion? 1. Joseph didn't allow his past to hold him hostage. (Philippians 3:13, Isaiah 43:18-19) -If you need help it is okay! Get the help you need! -God can and will meet your need! 2. Joseph didn't complain about everything, he lived a life of high expectation and quality. (Proverbs 17:27, Daniel 6:3) -Whatever Joseph did if put his hands on prospered! -Are we being excellent at our job and lives? 3. Joseph didn't yield to temptation. He kept his focus on pleasing God. (Luke 4:1-14, 1 Corinthians 10:13) -What are you weapons of warfare? Are we using them during times of temptation? -Our weapons are community, prayer, word of God, Holy Spirit, church. 4. Joseph maintained an unquestionable work ethic. (Proverbs 14:23) -In all labor there is profit! -It's not always what we do, but it's how we react to what's done to us! -During the process of work, our skill should increase. 5. Joseph was able to forgive! (Genesis 45. Ephesians 4:32. Mark 11:25) -could we do that without any left over emotions attached? -We have to walk in love! "If opportunity isn't knocking, build a door." YOU'VE GOT A PURPOSE ON YOUR LIFE! Don't just sit back waiting for something to happen. DO SOMETHING!
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