Summary: Genesis 39–41
As we move through life, things will not always turn out how we picture them. When Joseph was young, God gave him a dream that he would be a great leader. But as Joseph grew older, his life turned upside down; he was sold into slavery and went to prison for many years. This didn’t exactly seem like the leadership pathway, but Joseph walked with God, who brought all those pieces together, making Joseph not only a leader in Egypt but also a provider for God’s people.
What Does This Say about God?
Some things in life hurt so much that they feel like a mistake. God does not call bad good, but He remains with us through the broken parts of life and makes all things beautiful in His timing.
Parent Kick-Off
Share what God revealed to you through the sermon.
Discussion with Younger Kids
- What do you want to be when you grow up? Why?
- How can we trust God even when bad things happen or we don’t get what we want?
Discussion with Older Kids
- What do you want to be when you grow up? What do you need to do to get there?
- Sometimes we don’t live the dreams we have for life. Why can we still trust God even when what we want doesn’t happen?
Discussion with Teens
- What are your goals for your future? What about that pursuit feels difficult or intimidating?
- When have you been disappointed as you pursued your goals in life? How can we know God is good in these difficult moments?
Memory Verse
The warden of the prison did not supervise anything under Joseph’s authority, because the Lord was with him; and, the Lord made whatever he did prosper.
Genesis 39:23
Prayer
Pray for how God is working in your lives right now and how He is preparing you for the future.
