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The Beauty of Forgiveness

February 4, 2024

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Genesis 45:1-8,

The Beauty of Forgiveness

February 4, 2024 / Brian Clark / Genesis 45:1-8 / The River Community Church

Building on a Firm Foundation

Week 5: The Beauty of Forgiveness

Main Scripture: Genesis 45:1-8 (ESV)

What is wrong with Joseph?

Lesson One: Our enemy is not the real enemy.

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Supporting Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-13 (ESV)

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Supporting Scripture: John 10:10 (ESV)

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Don’t fight fire with fire. That only leads to a bigger fire. Fight fire with

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Lesson Two: God’s is at work in the midst of your pain.

Genesis 45:5-8 (ESV)

If you look really hard at the story of Joseph, we can see

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Who in your life is LEAST deserving of your forgiveness? Please use the box below to write down the names of anyone the Holy Spirit is placing on your heart.

Supporting Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15 (ESV)

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Here are some additional questions that can facilitate a meaningful reflection/discussion:

Contextual Understanding:
- What events led up to Joseph revealing his identity to his brothers?
- Why do you think Joseph chose this moment to reveal himself?
Character Analysis:
- How do Joseph’s actions in this passage reflect his character?
- How do Joseph’s actions contrast with the actions of his brothers?
Forgiveness and Reconciliation:
- What emotions do you think Joseph experienced when he revealed himself to his brothers?
- How do you think Joseph was able to forgive his brothers for what they did to him?
- What does this passage teach us about the nature of forgiveness and reconciliation?
God’s Provision:
- How do you see God’s at work in Joseph’s life throughout this passage?
- How might this story encourage us to trust in God’s provision, even in difficult circumstances?
Application to Our Lives:
- Can you think of a time when you struggled to forgive someone? How does Joseph’s example inspire you to handle forgiveness in your own life?
- How can we apply the principles of forgiveness and reconciliation seen in this passage to our relationships today?
Legacy and Redemption:
- How does Joseph’s forgiveness contribute to the redemption of his family and the fulfillment of God’s promises to them?
- In what ways does this story foreshadow the ultimate redemption and reconciliation offered through Jesus Christ?

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