Bible Basis
Who is Joseph?
Joseph is the son of Jacob and Rachel who was sold into slavery by his brothers. (Genesis 37:3–4, 28)
What gift did God give Joseph?
The ability to interpret dreams. (Genesis 41:16)
Who gave Pharaoh the meaning of his dreams?
God revealed it through Joseph. (Gen. 41:25)
Who decided the events of abundance and famine?
God. (Gen. 41:25, 32)
What would the stored food be used for?
A: As a reserve for the seven years of famine. (Gen. 41:36)
In which part of the Bible is Genesis found?
The Old Testament, the first book of the Bible.
Who did Joseph say gave the interpretation?
God. (Genesis 41:16)
What did the seven good cows represent?
Seven years of abundance. (Gen. 41:26)
Why was Pharaoh given two dreams?
To confirm that God firmly decided the matter. (Gen. 41:32)
What would happen to Egypt because of the stored food?
The people would not perish. (Gen. 41:36)
Who wrote Genesis?
Traditionally attributed to Moses.
True or False: Joseph took credit for interpreting the dreams.
False. (Genesis 41:16)
What did the seven ugly cows represent?
Seven years of famine. (Gen. 41:27)
According to the lesson, what was God about to do?
Bring seven years of abundance and seven years of famine. (Gen. 41:28–30)
Why was storing food necessary?
Because the famine would be severe and wipe out the memory of abundance. (Gen. 41:30–31, 36)
What does “Genesis” mean?
Beginning or origin.
When had Joseph interpreted dreams before?
In prison for the cupbearer and baker. (Genesis 40:5–19)
What did the seven healthy heads of grain represent?
Seven years of abundance. (Gen. 41:26)
How does this show that God gives knowledge not only for understanding but also for action?
God revealed the meaning of the dreams and also gave Joseph wisdom to provide a practical solution. (Gen. 41:25–36)
What problem was Joseph’s advice designed to solve?
Preventing Egypt from being ruined by famine. (Gen. 41:36)
What does Joseph’s story at the end of Genesis teach us about God’s faithfulness to His promises?
It shows that even in hardship, God is guiding events to fulfill His covenant promises — Joseph’s rise in Egypt prepared the way to preserve Jacob’s family, the future nation of Israel. (Gen. 41:25–36)
What can Joseph’s humility teach us about giving God credit for our talents?
That gifts and successes should point back to God, not to us.
Why do you think God used two different dreams to show the same message?
Because God firmly decided the matter and He would carry it out soon. (Gen. 41:32)
What does Joseph’s explanation reveal about God’s control over future events?
That God is sovereign, and nothing happens by chance — He sets times of plenty and famine. (Gen. 41:25–32)
What can we learn from Joseph’s example about how God’s wisdom prepares us to help others, not just ourselves?
Joseph used the knowledge God gave him to protect Egypt and save lives during the famine, showing that God’s wisdom is meant to bless many people. (Gen. 41:33–36)