Sermons on Genesis 43:15-45:5:

The Case Of The Missing Silver Cup

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Mar 26, 2022

God will use whatever it takes to get our attention

God uses strange ways to speak to the hearts of people. The Bible is filled with story after story in which God used unusual methods and means to get the attention of certain people. In Ex.3:10 we see Moses – God used a burning bush to speak to this disgraced prince. In Numbers 22:28-31 in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Is It God's Will?

Contributed by John Bright on Sep 4, 2021

A sermon for the anniversary of 9/11

“Is It God’s Will?” Genesis 45:4-8 A sermon for 8/22/21 Pastor John Bright Genesis 45 “4 And Joseph said to his brothers, “Please come near to me.” So they came near. Then he said: “I am Joseph your brother, whom you sold into Egypt. 5 But now, do not therefore be grieved or angry with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:4-8, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 10:29-31, Daniel 3:17-18, James 1:22-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Joseph Reveals His Identity.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 19, 2024

All things DO work together for good for those who love the Lord (cf. Romans 8:28).

JOSEPH REVEALS HIS IDENTITY. Genesis 45:1-7, Genesis 45:15. The Old Testament Joseph is very much a Type of Christ. Favoured by his father (cf. Genesis 37:3), Joseph was sold by his brethren for twenty pieces of silver (cf. Genesis 37:28). Favoured by His Father (cf. Luke 3:22), Jesus ‘came ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-7, Genesis 45:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis Chapter Forty-Four Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 5, 2024

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Forty-Four. 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-FOUR OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Joseph now puts his brothers to the test. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 44 Joseph commands his steward to hide his cup in the sack of Benjamin, and then to pursue his brethren. He declares that he will retain ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis Chapter Forty-Five Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 18, 2024

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Forty-Five. 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-FIVE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Joseph makes himself know to his brothers. Thomas Coke (1801) - Genesis 45 Joseph discovers himself to his brethren; and, with Pharaoh's approbation, sends for his father into Egypt: the brethren return to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Times Of Testing. Joseph Meets His Brothers. Genesis 42-43

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 11, 2024

Joseph‘s brothers come to Egypt and undergo a time of testing. As they come into their brother’s presence, unbeknownst to them, they bow low before him. Joseph’s Dream has been fulfilled.

2024.11.10. Sermon Notes. Genesis 42-43. The Test Begins. Joseph meets his brothers. Dreams fulfilled. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Joseph‘s brothers come to Egypt and undergo a time of testing. As they come into their brother’s presence, unbeknownst to them, they bow low before him. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38, Genesis 43:1-34, Psalm 105:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgiveness To Family Members

Contributed by Edison Jay Sanz on Nov 15, 2024

Unable to hold any longer, a tearful Joseph reveals his true identity to his brothers.

I. The CONFRONTATION With His Brothers. 1. The REQUEST of Joseph *verse 1, (he asked those PRESENT to have PRIVACY for the siblings) Then Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Have everyone leave my presence!” So there was no one with Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

12th Sunday After Pentecost. August 16th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 4, 2023

Year A, Proper 15.

Genesis 45:1-15, Psalm 133:1-3, Isaiah 56:1, Isaiah 56:6-8, Psalm 67:1-7, Romans 11:1-2, Romans 11:29-32, Matthew 15:10-28 A). GOD SENT ME HERE. Genesis 45:1-15. The Old Testament Joseph is very much a Type of Christ. Favoured by his father (cf. Genesis 37:3), Joseph was sold by his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15, Psalm 133:1-3, Isaiah 56:1, Isaiah 56:6-8, Psalm 67:1-7, Romans 11:1-2, Romans 11:29-32, Matthew 15:10-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Repentance And Reconcilliation - Genesis 44-45

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 3, 2025

We begin to see repentance, change of heart in the lives of Joseph’s brothers. And that Repentance leads to Reconciliation.

2024.11.17.Sermon Notes. Genesis 44-45. Repentance and Reconciliation William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: We begin to see repentance, change of heart in the lives of Joseph’s brothers. And that Repentance leads to Reconciliation. Scriptures: Genesis 44:1-34, Hebrews 12:2, Genesis 45:1-28, Zechariah ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34, Hebrews 12:2, Genesis 45:1-28, Zechariah 12:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reserved: Close The Book

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 29, 2024

It can become very dangerous to live a life of sorrow and regret. Wisdom knows there is a time to close the book and try again. Write a new chapter.

RESERVED: THERE IS A TIME TO CLOSE THE BOOK… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WHAT DOES A RESERVED SEAT MEAN? At the funeral home there are seats reserve for the family and the pall bearers. At sporting events you can have a seat for an event ahead of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:5, Acts 21:13, 2 Timothy 4:6-7, Luke 4:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Place Prepared.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 29, 2024

Joseph comforts his brothers.

A PLACE PREPARED. Genesis 45:3-10. Joseph went from his father’s favour, to the pit, and into slavery. In Potiphar’s house, he went from his master’s favour to false accusation to prison. In prison, Joseph went from the warder’s favour, to the forgetfulness of his surviving former cell-mate: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:3-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Father's Eyes

Contributed by Mark Sigue on Aug 30, 2024

A human love between father and son is sacred—a connection that transcends time and words. If a human father-son bond is so profound, imagine the immeasurable joy our Heavenly Father feels when we return His love.

My Father’s Eyes (Gen 45:23-28) [Slide: Title Slide] Prayer: [Slide: Gen 45:23-28] 23. Joseph also sent his father ten donkeys loaded with the best things from Egypt and ten female donkeys loaded with grain, bread, and other food for his father on his trip back. 24. Then Joseph told his brothers ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1, Genesis 45:23-28

"From Genesis To Glory: The Legacy Of African American Labor” Honoring The Past And Inspiring The Future

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Feb 21, 2025

The inspiring theme "African American Labor," a reflection not only on historical events but also on the resilience and ingenuity of our people. Just like Joseph, our journey has spanned from bondage to blessing, shaped by faith, struggle, and an indomitable spirit.

"Joseph said to his brothers, 'I am Joseph! Is my father still living?' But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence. Then Joseph said to his brothers, 'Come close to me. When they had done so, he said, "I am your brother Joseph, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:3-15

Denomination: Methodist

A New Accounting Method

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 24, 2025

A sermon for the 7th Sunday of Epiphany, Year C

February 23, 2025 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 6:27-38; Genesis 45:3-11, 15 A New Accounting Method Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. How did you learn to do basic arithmetic? The methodology has changed over ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38, Genesis 45:3-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Third Sunday After Easter (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 25, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 57:1-11, Genesis 45:3-10, 1 Peter 2:11-17, John 16:16-22. A). FROM PRAYER TO PRAISE. Psalm 57:1-11. This is a beautifully crafted Psalm which, according to the title, was written by David ‘when he fled from Saul in the cave.’ The Psalm has two sections: first a prayer (PSALM 57:1-6); ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:1-11, Genesis 45:3-10, 1 Peter 2:11-17, John 16:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational