Joseph’s Forgiveness recalls the mercy shown by Joseph toward the brothers who had betrayed and sold him into slavery. After years of suffering, Joseph rose to become a ruler in Egypt through God’s providence (Genesis 37; 41). When famine struck the land, his brothers came seeking food, unaware of his identity.
Rather than seek revenge, Joseph forgave them after seeing their repentance and concern for one another (Genesis 45:1–15). He recognized that God had brought good out of evil, preserving many lives through his trials. Joseph reassured his brothers, provided for their families, and restored their relationship, declaring that what they intended for harm, God had used for good (Genesis 50:15–21).
Joseph’s forgiveness is a powerful example of mercy, reconciliation, and trust in God’s providence.
Genesis 37:12–28
Joseph is betrayed and sold into slavery by his brothers.
Genesis 41:37–57
Joseph is elevated to authority in Egypt.
Genesis 45:1–15
Joseph reveals himself to his brothers and forgives them.
Genesis 50:15–21
Joseph comforts his brothers and attributes God’s providence to his trials.
Illustration by: Colton Rompala