A Study of the Biblical Story of Joseph (Genesis 37-50)


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Preliminary material /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter One: The Present Context of the Joseph Story /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter Two: The Syntax of the Joseph Story /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter Three: Lexicographical Notes /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter Four: The Joseph Story as Literature /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter Five: Source Analysis: Onomasticon /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter Six: Source Analysis: Plot and Style /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter Seven: Source Analysis: Conclusions /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter Eight: The Egyptian Background of the Joseph Story /Donald B. Redford -- Chapter Nine: The Date of Composition /Donald B. Redford -- Bibliography of Works Consulted /Donald B. Redford -- Indexes /Donald B. Redford.




Genesis 37-50


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"Analysis of the Hebrew text of Genesis 37-50"--Provided by publisher.




The Joseph Paradox


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This book is a reader-friendly treatment of the Joseph story--one of the most popular tales in the Bible. Instead of the usual interpretation as an Horatio Alger success story, the text proposes that we are presented with a cautionary tale of high achievement and the pursuit of success. In the context of the larger biblical narrative, Joseph's short-term success leads to the enslavement of his descendants and the centuries-long derailment of the destiny of the Children of Israel. The self-limiting nature of the pursuit of power is just one of the themes illuminated in this work.




Joseph and the Gospel of Many Colors


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Joseph and the coat of many colors. It's a classic story with all the right elements: sibling rivalry, bitter betrayal, unexpected power, and ultimate forgiveness. But what if we've missed the real story behind the story? More than just the account of one man's life, Voddie Baucham Jr. reveals how the story of Joseph is a key moment in the storyline of the Bible. Demonstrating God's unwavering commitment to his people, Joseph's life fits into God's original plan to save the world through a promised Messiah: Jesus Christ. With fresh and engaging insights into the biblical text, Baucham examines Joseph's life in light of the gospel, helping readers grasp the history-altering significance of this amazing story.




National Directory for the Formation, Ministry, and Life of Permanent Deacons in the United States


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The national directory addresses the dimensions and perspectives in the formation of deacons and the model standards for the formation, ministry, and life of deacons in the United States. It is intended as a guideline for formation, ministry, and life of permanent deacons and a directive to be utilized when preparing or updating a diaconate program in formulating policies for the ministry and life of deacons. This volume also includes Basic Standards for Readiness for the formation of permanent deacons in the United States, from the bishops' Committee on the Diaconate, and the committee document Visit of Consultation Teams to Diocesan Permanent Diaconate Formation Programs.




The Book of Genesis


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Drawing on the latest in Genesis scholarship, this volume offers twenty-nine essays on a wide range of topics related to Genesis, written by leading experts in the field. Topics include its formation, reception, textual history and translation, themes, theologies, and place within Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.




Joseph--God's Superhero


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The Discover 4 Yourself Bible Studies series for kids ages 9-12, combines a serious commitment to Bible study with fun and memorable games, puzzles, and activities to reinforce biblical truth. Each study is divided into daily lessons built around an in-depth, inductive study of a book or character of the Bible. Any young person who works through these studies will emerge with a richer appreciation of the Word of God and a deeper understanding of God's love and care for them. Joseph—God's Superhero teaches children an extraordinary truth: God chooses ordinary people to become his super heroes. In the first of three characters studies in the Discover 4 Yourself series, kids will watch Joseph as he grows through some pretty amazing struggles. What would it be like to be sold as a slave and shipped off to another country by your own brothers? Later, when Joseph, meets up with his betraying brothers, will he take revenge? When he’s thrown into prison for something he didn’t do, how will he handle the unfairness? When he’s second only to Pharaoh as the ruler of Egypt, will success go to his head? Joseph had to deal with a life of ups and down, and God taught him how to handle them all. Now it’s our turn to learn!




Genesis 37 - 50


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"This third volume of Westerman's masterful commentary on Genesis offers a stimulating treatment of the most poignant and unified of the narratives in Genesis - the Joseph story." -- Book jacket




Genesis


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Verse-by-verse commentary on the book of Genesis.




Holy Bible (NIV)


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The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation.