Sermons on Genesis 41:39-40:

Joseph: Rejected But Respected Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 11, 2022

The life of Joseph, son of Jacob, is one of the most interesting in the Bible. This message is mostly a summary of his life, from slave to sovereign to sustainer. Don't we all wish there were more Josephs!

Introduction: What comes to mind when you think about Joseph, son of Jacob? Many of us, including me, tend to think first of his “coat of many colors” and his dreams. That’s true, but that’s only part of the story. In fact, Joseph spent several years away from his family in a foreign land, rising ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:25-28, Genesis 41:38-45

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis Chapter Forty-One Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 5, 2024

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Forty-One. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER FORTY-ONE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Pharaoh has a dream and Joseph interprets it. Joseph is then given a place of authority. Thomas Constable (2012) – Genesis 41 Joseph interpreted Pharaoh's two dreams faithfully. This led to God elevating ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Look Like When God Finally Answers? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 10, 2023

After years of what felt like silence from God, Joseph finally gets his moment when the pieces come together. What can we learn from his experience?

A LONG TIME WAITING: Joseph finally gets his answer. - Genesis 41:1-57. - Overview the story. - No doubt Joseph wondered countless times why he was in the place and shape that he was in. Now he finally gets an answer. Not a complete reckoning but one that fills in the major pieces. WHAT DOES ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Baptist

The Joseph Factor

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Apr 23, 2022

In this sermon we look at a very special anointing on Joseph's life, that God wants to release on us today. Joseph had it, and we need it. All we have to do is ask for it.

I want to talk to you today about the Joseph factor. The first thing I want to say today is that I don't only want you to hear my words today, I want you to hear my heart. I'm not a person given to snap judgments, or to extremes. I'm pretty even tempered, and pretty even-keeled. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being Filled With The Holy Spirit, Ot Style (Exodus 31:1-8) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 13, 2023

God's people are filled, anointed, rushed upon, by the Holy Spirit, OT and NT. What does the OT teach us, about what the filling does?

One of the things I've spent a lot of time thinking about, and studying, over the past few years is the filling of the Holy Spirit. I can't imagine this is a surprise to you-- it's steadily come out more and more in my teaching. The main reason I studied this, at first, centered ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-8, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:4, Genesis 41:38-40, Acts 6:3  (view more)  (view less)

Distressing Delay Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: DISTRESSING DELAY A. We are continuing our study on the Life of Joseph in a series I’ve titled: “When Life is the Pits.” 1. I chose this title because of the many DIFFICULTIES and PROBLEMS that Joseph had experienced in his young life. He ENDURED one PIT after ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Supernatural Lifting

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 7, 2025

Supernatural lifting is the act of God elevating an individual beyond human comprehension or effort.

SUPERNATURAL LIFTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 75:6-7 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 2:7-8, Deuteronomy 28:1-2, Isaiah 60:1-2, Genesis 41:39-44 INTRODUCTION: Supernatural lifting is the act of God elevating an individual beyond human comprehension or effort. It defies natural laws and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Samuel 2:7-8, Deuteronomy 28:1-2, Isaiah 60:1-2, Genesis 41:39-44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Season Of Closed Doors

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 20, 2024

When every door in our lives seems to be closed, there is always one door that opens, and that is the door to know and seek God. Many saints in the Bible went through this door during their difficult times when all other doors were closed.

When every door in our lives seems to be closed, there is always one door that opens, and that is the door to know and seek God. Many saints in the Bible went through this door during their difficult times when all other doors were closed. Instead of crying for the closed doors, we should go ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:40

When God Makes Room For You Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2026

When God makes room for you, He divinely expands your influence, removes limitations, and positions you in spaces that align with His purpose for your life.

WHEN GOD MAKES ROOM FOR YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:39-44 Key Verse: “Thou shalt be over my house, and according unto thy word shall all my people be ruled…” (Genesis 41:40) Supporting Texts: Genesis 26:22; Psalm 18:19; Proverbs 18:16; Isaiah 54:2-3 INTRODUCTION There are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:39-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sudden Lifting By Divine Appointment Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2026

Sudden lifting by divine appointment is the supernatural elevation that occurs when God orchestrates timing, positioning, and favor to move a person from obscurity into prominence.

SUDDEN LIFTING BY DIVINE APPOINTMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:14-41 Key Verse: “Then Pharaoh sent and called Joseph, and they brought him hastily out of the dungeon…” (Genesis 41:14) Supporting Texts: Esther 6:1-11; Psalm 75:6-7; 1 Samuel 2:7-8; Daniel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:14-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Destiny Can Be Delayed But Not Denied Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2026

“Destiny Can Be Delayed but Not Denied” is the divine assurance that although purpose may pass through seasons of waiting, opposition, and testing, God’s sovereign plan will ultimately prevail and manifest in its appointed time.

DESTINY CAN BE DELAYED BUT NOT DENIED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 37:5-11, Genesis 41:39-41 Key Verse: “And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Forasmuch as God hath shewed thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou art.” (Genesis 41:39) Supporting Texts: Habakkuk 2:3; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-11, Genesis 41:39-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Moving From Insults To Result (Case Study Of Joseph)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 24, 2026

God can transform seasons of betrayal, false accusation, and humiliation into extraordinary promotion and undeniable fulfillment of destiny.

MOVING FROM INSULTS TO RESULT (CASE STUDY OF JOSEPH) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 37:3-11; Genesis 41:37-44 Key Verse: “And his brethren envied him; but his father observed the saying.” — Genesis 37:11 Supporting Texts: Psalm 105:17-22; Romans 8:28; James 1:12; Psalm 75:6-7; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:3-11, Genesis 41:37-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Lifts You Above Limitations Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 28, 2026

This message reveals God’s power to elevate His people beyond every natural, social, spiritual, and personal limitation.

THE GOD WHO LIFTS YOU ABOVE LIMITATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 113:5-8; Genesis 41:39-44 Key Verse: “He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth the needy out of the dunghill; That he may set him with princes, even with the princes of his people.” — Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:5-8, Genesis 41:39-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Raises You As A Standard In Your Generation Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 13, 2025

God raises His people as divine standards and examples of righteousness, excellence, and power in their generation.

THE GOD WHO RAISES YOU AS A STANDARD IN YOUR GENERATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:38-41 Key Verse: “When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him.” — Isaiah 59:19 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Daniel 6:3;  Esther 2:17; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:38-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Translates Men From Dungeon To Palace Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 17, 2025

God has the power to lift a man from the lowest point of life and position him among princes for divine purpose.

THE GOD WHO TRANSLATES MEN FROM DUNGEON TO PALACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:14, 39-44 Key Verse: “Then Pharaoh sent and called Joseph, and they brought him hastily out of the dungeon: and he shaved himself, and changed his raiment, and came in unto Pharaoh.” — Genesis 41:14 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:14, Genesis 41:39-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God