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Genesis 40 · Grade 4

Waiting on God

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Joseph could have been bitter in prison, but instead he noticed the sad faces of two fellow prisoners and asked about them. Even in his own trouble, Joseph cared about others.

Joseph pointed to God, saying interpretations belong to Him. Joseph did not take credit for his gift. He gave honest answers, even when the news for the baker was hard to give.

Joseph asked the cupbearer to remember him, but the cupbearer forgot. Joseph waited two more full years in prison (Genesis 41:1). People may forget us, but God never does. Isaiah 49:15-16 says God has engraved His people on the palms of His hands.

Show What You Know

  1. How did Joseph show care for others in prison?

  2. Who did Joseph give credit to for interpreting dreams?

  3. How long did Joseph wait after the cupbearer forgot him?

  4. What does Isaiah 49 say God has done for His people?

Think About It

  1. Who is someone around you who looks sad? How can you show them care?

  2. How does it feel to be forgotten? What comfort does God's promise to remember you bring?

Memory Verse

They said to him, “We have dreamed a dream, and there is no one who can interpret it.” Joseph said to them, “Don’t interpretations belong to God? Please tell it to me.”

Genesis 40:8 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for today's Bible story. Help me to . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • How can you keep doing good when things are slow to change?
  • How can you be patient while you wait for help?

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