Joseph Forgives His Brothers
Joseph experiences betrayal and hardship but later chooses forgiveness and helps save his family.
The story in Scripture
Joseph’s brothers sold him into slavery, but God remained with Joseph. Years later Joseph became a leader in Egypt. During a famine, his brothers came seeking food. Joseph eventually revealed himself, forgave them, and helped preserve the family.
Read it together in your Bible: Genesis 37–50.
What we learn
God can work through difficult circumstances, and forgiveness can restore broken relationships.
Talk about it
- What hardships did Joseph experience?
- Why might forgiveness have been difficult?
- How did Joseph use his position to help others?
Try this activity
Write about the difference between forgiveness, rebuilding trust, and pretending that nothing happened.
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