Fusion: week of 10/29

FAMILY THEME: INTEGRITY IN TEMPTATION

Genesis 39:1-23 ;  45:1-28 ;  50:22-26

Joseph made difficult but wise decisions that led to God's future

blessings.

1.  A Person of Integrity Does the Right Thing in the Face

     of Temptation

     (Genesis 39:1-23)

     Joseph ran from temptation, refusing to sin against God.

 
2.  A Person of Integrity Does What is Right in Light of the

     Big Picture

     (Genesis 45:1-28)

     Joseph recognized God had used what his brothers 

     meant for evil to serve a greater purpose.

 
3.  A Person of Integrity Does What is Right in View of

     God's Promises

     (Genesis 47:27-31 ;  50:22-26 ;  Exodus 13:19 ;

      Joshua 24:32 ;  Hebrews 11:22)

     Joseph had faith that God would continue to fulfill His

     covenant with His people.