EPISODE · Jul 16, 2023 · 36 MIN
Buried // 12 Owning your truth - Matt Carvel // Genesis 47
from Emmanuel Sunday Talks · host We Are Emmanuel
The main focus of Sunday's passage is Jacob's journey to Egypt and how his family navigates living in a foreign land. Matt parallels between Joseph's family navigating Egypt and how Christians navigate a world that may be hostile to their beliefs. When Pharaoh asks Jacob how old he is, Jacob responds with a negative view of his life. Matt highlights the significance of Jacob blessing Pharaoh, indicating that Jacob understands his purpose as a carrier of God's blessing. He encourages Christians to recognise their role in carrying God's blessing to the world, even in foreign and hostile environments.
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The main focus of Sunday's passage is Jacob's journey to Egypt and how his family navigates living in a foreign land. Matt parallels between Joseph's family navigating Egypt and how Christians navigate a world that may be hostile to their beliefs. When Pharaoh asks Jacob how old he is, Jacob responds with a negative view of his life. Matt highlights the significance of Jacob blessing Pharaoh, indicating that Jacob understands his purpose as a carrier of God's blessing. He encourages Christians to recognise their role in carrying God's blessing to the world, even in foreign and hostile environments.
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