Joseph's Family
Joseph’s father gave him a special colorful coat. What was his fathers name?
Jacob
What country was Joseph taken to as a slave? Genesis 39:1
Egypt
After doing the right thing and refusing temptation, Joseph was falsely accused and sent here.
Prison
What is the first principle of the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
Faith
Joseph had how many brothers?
11 brothers
Pharoah dreamed about these animals representing 7 years of famine and 7 years of plenty. (Genesis 41:2-4)
Cows (Kine)
Joseph was sold to this man.
Potiphar
Joseph used his gift of interpreting dreams to help others and save many lives. What talents has God given us that we could use to bless people?
Spiritual gifts
Kindness, leadership, listening
Using talents at school, church, or home
This fancy piece of clothing from Joseph’s father made his brothers so jealous that it eventually helped get him thrown into a pit.
Coat of many colors
What does Genesis 39:10,11 teach us about resisting temptation?
Flee it! Many times the best choice is to leave the situation quickly.
Can you think of an example?
Joseph was falsley accused by this person
Potiphar's wife
Joseph chose to do the right thing even when no one else around him was making good choices. This gospel principle helps us stand for what’s right even if friends disagree.
Choosing the right (moral courage)
Josephs brothers sold him for how many pieces of silver?
20 pieces of silver
Genesis 39:2 - "...and the Lord was with Joseph." What did Joseph do to stay close with the Lord? (see Genesis 41:38)
He had the Spirit of the God with him as a result of his faithfulness and obedience.
Joseph stored grain during the years of plenty to prepare for this.
Famine
When Joseph refused the advances of Potiphar's wife, he chose obedience to God even though it led to prison. We believe resisting temptation and staying morally clean is part of living this law.
The Law of Chastity
This brother tried to secretly rescue Joseph from the pit and return him to their father.
Reuben. Why do you think some people go along with bad decisions even when they know they’re wrong?
How old was Joseph when he first shared his dreams with his brothers? Genesis 37:2
17 years old
Joseph was betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, and put in prison even though he did the right thing. What does his story teach about trusting God when life is unfair?
God can still be guiding our life during hard times
Trials can prepare us for future blessings
Faith means trusting God’s timing
Joseph prepared Egypt during the years of plenty. How does this relate to the gospel principle of preparation today?
Preparing spiritually (scriptures, prayer)
Preparing for missions, careers, and families