Morning: Genesis 50 | Forgiveness and Unforgiveness

In this message, we come to the final chapter of Genesis, looking at Genesis 50:15–21 and the interaction between Joseph and his brothers. Rather than ending with dramatic events, Genesis closes with an ordinary but significant moment—how people relate to one another after wrongdoing. This passage helps us reflect on two themes: the impact of unforgiveness and the practice of forgiveness.Joseph’s response to his brothers shows a quiet confidence in God’s sovereignty alongside a personal choice to act with kindness and compassion. It also raises honest questions about how we handle guilt, strained relationships, and the difficulty of forgiving others.As we approach Easter, this passage points us toward the wider story of the Bible, where forgiveness is ultimately found in Jesus. It invites us to consider what it means to live in light of that forgiveness in our everyday relationships.