Fusion: week of 7/24

FAMILY THEME: GOD IS IN CONTROL

Genesis 37:1-36;  39:1-5

Joseph faced challenging circumsances, but God provided him favor

for the role he would play in His plan.

1.  God is in Control in the Family, Whether Strong or Dysfunctional

     (Genesis 37:1-11)

     Jacob's favoritism and Joseph's dreams caused strife withing their

      family. 

 
2.  God is in Control in Time of Trouble

     (Genesis 37:12-35)

     Joseph's brothers, considering murder, chose to sell him into

     slavery.

 
3.  God is in Control in Our Work Situations

     (Genesis 37:36;  39:1-5)

     The Lord blessed Joseph's efforts and work and showed him

     favor while in captivity.