The story of Joseph in Genesis 37-50 is one of the most fascinating stories in the Bible. Joseph's transformation from boastful teenager to humble prime minister of Egypt is a compelling illustration of the power of God's grace. In this sermon series, you'll see the sovereignty of God at work in the life of one of Scripture's most colorful characters. Joseph's story will inspire you to serve the King wherever you are. And it will remind you that God is at work when you're at your lowest point - even in your failures. This is an 8-part series that begins on May 9 and concludes June 27, 2010.
In this, the final message in the series on Joseph, "From Prison to Palace," Mike Osborne speaks on finishing well. Joseph's secret to a life well lived related to the choices he made throughout his adult life. In Genesis 50:15-26, you will see three specific choices that shaped Joseph's life. By God's grace, as you make those same choices yours will be a life well lived.
Did you get your father's blessing? In this sermon, Mike Osborne says that when you don't get your father's blessing you may spend your whole life looking for it. However, the gospel can do what human fathers (and mothers, pastors, siblings, teachers, coaches, and other mentors) cannot do: fill the gaping spiritual hole in your heart. This message from Genesis 48 will help you receive the Father's blessing and in turn bless others.
In Genesis 45, Joseph reveals his true identity to his brothers. They expect him to take his anger out on them, but instead Joseph welcomes them to Egypt with forgiveness and open arms. He is confident that his brothers' wicked actions were part of the good, wise plan of a sovereign God. While paradoxical, the doctrine of God's providence can be the source of great comfort and security for the believer. Mike Osborne's sermon will introduce you to what the Scripture says about sovereignty and providence.
The extended story of Joseph's encounter and reconciliation with his brothers in Genesis 42-44 is both fascinating and instructive. How was Joseph able to forgive the very ones who betrayed and abandoned him? How can you forgive someone who hurt you? Mike Osborne explains the difference between forgiveness and its counterfeits. Find out how the gospel can free you from bitterness and empower you to forgive and forget.
In Genesis 41, Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dream and is elevated to the highest political office in Egypt next to the king himself. Joseph thus shows what one person can do to change the world when he or she has a humble ambition for God's glory. Listen and learn about three convictions a person must build his or her life on in order to be a world changer.
In Genesis 40 Joseph meets with a terrible disappointment: his "get out of jail free card" turns out to be a dud. Through Joseph's disappointment we encounter our own. All of us get our hopes up from time to time, only to have them dashed on the rocks of God's providence. In this sermon, Mike Osborne shares six helps for dealing with disappointment. Find out how God can take the sand of disappointment and turn it into a pearl.
How can you live with integrity and hope when life is unfair? That is the question Mike Osborne explores in this sermon from Genesis 39. Joseph is enslaved in Egypt, is wrongly accused and imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. Find out how he handled his affliction, and how you can handle yours.
This is the first message in an eight-part series on the life of Joseph, son of Jacob, from the book of Genesis. Drawing from Genesis 37:1-11, Mike Osborne shows how deep-seated idolatry affected the behavior and choices of Jacob and his sons, including Joseph. How is your heart an idol factory, and what is your "coat of many colors"? Mike explains what repentance looks like in our war with idolatry.