After beating up their brother, throwing him in a pit and eventually selling him into slavery Joseph’s brothers lived with their betrayal for 20 years. But they didn’t admit guilt until a mysterious run in with the high official of Pharaoh.
From the sermon: Three Conversations (transcript available)
- Topics:
- Biblical Figures
- Christian Living
- Conviction of Sin
- Jesus Christ
- Preaching Christ from the Old Testament
- Providence of God
- Sin

The Hand of God, Volume 1
(Replaces series, "Providence, Volume 1") All of Scripture declares that God’s hand is active in shaping our every affair, from our deepest trials to our loftiest triumphs. Few stories declare this theme more powerfully than the dramatic account of Joseph, son of Jacob. Through this seminal tale of jealousy, betrayal, faithfulness, and astonishing forgiveness, the Bible invites us to rejoice in God’s divine sovereignty and providential care for those whom He loves. In volume one of this series, Alistair Begg leads us through Joseph’s early life, demonstrating how his trials, struggles, and unexpected rise to power displayed God’s perfect provision. Born into a troubled family, betrayed at his brothers’ hands, enslaved, imprisoned, and then raised up to Pharaoh’s right hand, Joseph exemplifies how God works all things together for our good and His glory. Through God’s abundant providence, we too may cast unbelief aside and trust in the only One whose plan is perfect.