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Genesis 44:1–34: God Has Found Out Our Guilt

Genesis 44:1–34: God Has Found Out Our Guilt

The testing of Joseph’s brothers surfaces their past sins and the iniquity of their hearts. In doing so, God leads them to repentance and salvation. God finds our sin, so that we may find Christ. (Exposition of Genesis 44:1–34)

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Baptism: Part 2 (Discipleship Training)

Baptism: Part 2 (Discipleship Training)

Discipleship Training #28: Baptism: Part 2. How does the concept of covenant help us to understand the purpose of baptism, as well as the proper recipients of baptism? How does baptize teach that salvation comes by faith alone?

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Genesis 43:1–34: The Mercy of God Almighty

Genesis 43:1–34: The Mercy of God Almighty

In Genesis 43, God providentially forces his people to confront fear, sin, and forgiveness, because God is setting right all that has gone wrong with the world. (Exposition of Genesis 43:1–34)

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Baptism: Part 1 (Discipleship Training)

Baptism: Part 1 (Discipleship Training)

Discipleship Training #27: Baptism: Part 1. What are the sacraments? What is baptism? How does God intend for us to administer baptism as a sign and a seal of the covenant of grace?

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The Lord’s Prayer (Discipleship Training)

The Lord’s Prayer (Discipleship Training)

Discipleship Training #26: The Lord’s Prayer. How does our Lord teach us to pray through “the Lord’s Prayer”? How does the Lord’s Prayer offer a comprehensive summary of all our prayer?

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Genesis 42:1–38: What is this that God has Done?

Genesis 42:1–38: What is this that God has Done?

The process of reconciling Joseph and his family must accomplish much spiritual work in the lives of God’s people. The Lord tests his people to confront their sins and to overcome their fears. (Exposition of Genesis 42:1–38)

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Genesis 41:37–57: Fruitfulness through Affliction

Genesis 41:37–57: Fruitfulness through Affliction

Joseph’s eventual exaltation does not minimize his suffering, but it gives his suffering important context for understanding God’s wisdom. God gives fruitfulness through our affliction. (Exposition of Genesis 41:37–57)

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