What To Learn From Joseph A Bible Character (Part 4)

 

 

Pharaoh's dreams

After two years of the restoration of the chief butler, Pharaoh had two dreams in one night, one after the other. The first one was that seven good-looking and fat cows came out of a river, followed by seven ugly and gaunt cows. And the seven ugly and gaunt cows ate up the seven good-looking and fat cows, yet never changed in appearance.

And the second dream was that seven thin heads of grain, blighted by east wind ate up seven plump and good heads of grain, and didn't also change in appearance.

In the morning, Pharaoh called all the magicians and wise men to interpret the dreams, but none could interpret them for him.

 

The chief butler remembers Joseph

When no one could interpret the dreams, the chief butler remembered Joseph and told Pharaoh how Joseph interpreted his dream and the chief baker's dream. And how, everything happened to them according to Joseph's interpretation. Then, Pharaoh sent for Joseph and they made him to look presentable before seeing Pharaoh.

 

Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dreams

When Pharaoh told Joseph his dreams, Joseph told him that his dreams are the same. And that the seven good-looking cows and grains were seven years of abundance and that the seven ugly and thin cows and grains were seven years of famine. Also, Joseph told Pharaoh, that the famine will be such that nobody will ever remember the seven years of abundance. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY–LUKE CHAPTER TWENTY FOUR

 

 

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Verse 1-12

Hallelujah! Christ has risen as He said. Surely, every other thing He said will also come to pass. Also, note that Peter, who was chosen by Jesus to lead the disciples, was the first to go and check the tomb. Truly, God doesn't make mistakes in His choices. His plan for you is the best for you.

Verse 13-27

May the Lord help us not to be slow in believing the words of God. The scriptures are all about Christ: His mission, power, supremacy, birth, death, resurrection, and return. And now that most of the prophecies concerning Him have come to pass, His return is sure.

Verse 28-35

The Holy Communion (The body and the blood of Jesus) is a powerful meal. And among the great benefits it delivers is the opening of your spiritual eyes. This enables you to have access to the revelations of God. Also, the hearts of the men were pricked because the word of God will never leave you the same way when you receive it.

Verse 36 -42

Christ truly rose again with His body, and not as a spirit. He proved it by eating their food and they were able to touch Him too. Read more...

 

 

 

BIBLE STUDY–LUKE CHAPTER TWENTY THREE

 

 

 

 

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Verse 1-12

The chief priest, rulers, and the people told lies against Christ and mocked Him, so it shouldn't be strange to us when people do likewise to us. Also, learning from Christ, sometimes, the best answer is silence.

Verse 13-25

The people rejected Jesus Christ and picked Barabbas as whom they wanted released to them, yet, Barabbas was a rebel and a murderer. Though Pilate and Herod found no evil in Him to kill Him, the people refused to have Him go free. Unfortunately, the world today is still rejecting Christ, who is their Saviour.

Verse 26-31

We should pray for us and our children that they will never be among those who persecute Christ and His followers.

Verse 32- 43

Christ prayed for those persecuting Him, in spite of all they had done to him, leaving us an example to follow. Also, note that no matter what sin you committed, any time you repent and call on God you will be saved. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER TWENTY TWO

 

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Verse 1-6

Truly, your worst enemy is the one who eats with you. As such we should only trust God absolutely, for He is able to deliver you from all your enemies no matter where they are coming from.

Verse 7-13

Christ is able to organize anything for you. This is because everything is subject to him and obeys His commands. Surely, nothing is impossible with God.

Verse 14- 23

Jesus instituted the Lord's Supper (The Holy Communion) and He said we should take it in remembrance of Him. And the disciples obeyed this instruction and were breaking bread daily from house to house. Therefore, it's important that we eat the Lord's Supper daily like the disciples.

Verse 24-30

The greatest is the one who serves the others, just as our Lord Jesus was among His disciples as he who serves. Read more...

 

 

 

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER TWENTY ONE

 

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Verse 1-4

What you give that costs you something, no matter how small, is rated higher than what you give when you give out of your abundance. This most of the time will be a sacrifice to you.

Verse 5-19

The signs of end time include people claiming to be Jesus Christ. This is already happening. So, let's be careful to avoid falling into their traps. Also, great persecution of Christians will occur, including being brought before the judgment seat. But God promised to give us a mouth and wisdom that the enemy cannot resist nor contradict. Furthermore, you will be hated for the name of Christ, but don't give in to them. Rather, patiently follow Jesus till the end.

Verse 20-28

Truly, the end time events will surely occur. This is because the word of the Lord must be fulfilled, and it shall be even as it is written. These end-time events will be such that men's hearts will fail them out of fear and expectations of what was going to happen before the second coming of Christ. The best is to live as if Christ is coming now so that we will not fear or panic when these things start happening. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER TWENTY

 

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Verse 1-8

Christ manifested great wisdom here. Truly, you should tune to God for the right words at all times, especially when they are querying you about your faith in Christ. Also, note that Christ didn't tell a lie like the priests, but told them that He wouldn't answer them. Therefore, you should under no circumstance tell a lie.

Verse 9-19

If you abuse your office, don't do your work, and are unfruitful and wicked to people, then your assignment will be given to another. Furthermore, Christ is the cornerstone and anyone who fights against Him gets either broken or crushed

Verse 20-26

Be careful and sensitive not to fall into the traps of the enemy, especially those targeted against your faith in Christ. On another hand, many people are running with 'Give Caesar what is Caesar's in the area of bribery. This brings them to disobey God. So, always do what is right, and don't use one scripture to justify your evil. Rather balance scriptures with scriptures to get a better understanding of God's will. Certainly, the wisdom of God is greater than the devil's or man's wisdom. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER NINETEEN

 

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Verse 1-11

Zacchaeus wanted to just see Jesus, but when he encountered Christ, he repented and gave his life to Christ. And Jesus said He came to seek and save sinners. Therefore, invite sinners to hear the true word of God and they will be saved. This is because when they hear the word (Jesus), they will be convicted and saved.

Verse 12-27

While we wait for Christ's return, God expects us to occupy till He comes. This we do by trading whatever God has given us, which includes our talents and reaching out to souls. Truly, God is a businessman and His main business is soul-winning. And as a businessman, He looks out for profit. So, no matter how little or big what you have is, make sure it yields profits unto God. And to whom who has more is given, and he who claims not to have, the very thing he has will be taken from him. Also, note that you will be judged by your words. So, speak the right words, words that agree with the word of God. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER EIGHTEEN

 

 

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Verse 1-8

God expects us to be persistent in our prayers and not give up. And even if it tarries, keep at it because He will surely answer. However, the challenge He may have with you is your faith. So, believe, pray, and don’t give up.

Verse 9-14

Don’t allow your righteousness to turn to pride. Anyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the person that humbles himself will be exalted.

Verse 15-17

You’re to receive the kingdom of God like children, with faith, and in humility; otherwise, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven.

Verse 18-23

If there’s anything you can’t give up for the sake of Christ, then there’s still something you need to do to inherit eternal life. And that is to surrender that thing and follow the Lord.

Verse 24-30

Wealth will be a big hindrance to many people’s entry into heaven. However, it’s very possible for a wealthy person to enter heaven with the help of the Lord. This is because what is impossible with men is possible with God. So, put your trust in God and not in riches. Also, anyone who leaves everything to follow Christ will surely receive all in multiple forms and in the end eternal life. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER SEVENTEEN

 

 

 

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Verse 1-4

Offenses will surely come, but Christ admonishes that you should not be the offender. And He added that you should forgive those that offend you. Now, this includes as many times as he or she returns to you repenting.

Verse 5-10

You're encouraged to have confidence and abiding faith in God. For, whatever you desire that is in line with God's will shall be done for you. Also, whatever you do as your assignment, do it without expecting praise or thanks, rather see it purely as you doing your duty.

Verse 11-19

The lepers’ obedience is an act of faith, which is acting on God's word without doubting or questioning the instructions. This is as in the case of Naaman; until he completed the instruction he remained a leper. Also, the passage makes it clear that until you return to give God thanks, you will not be made whole. As such, your miracle will not be perfected. Read more...

 

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER SIXTEEN

 

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Verse 1-9

God expects us to be wise and smart as the unbelievers are in their own things. But this time, in what is right, using challenges to provoke yourself to strategic ways of overcoming your challenges. This is to ensure that you really make it on earth and not just get by. And also have people to fall back to when you need them.

Verse 10-13

Faithfulness is an important virtue to have if you desire to have true riches and to have your own business or success in life. Also know that you can’t serve God and the enemy at the same time. Surely, you will have to hate one and be loyal to one. So, choose wisely.

Verse 14-18

Let’s have this at the back of our minds that whatever is highly accepted by the world is an abomination before God. So, any time unbelievers are highly celebrating anything, it’s an indication that it will surely displease God. And know that you have to press hard to enter the kingdom because none of God’s words will go unfulfilled. Surely, you have to press, otherwise, you will fall into the trap of the world. Read more...

 

 

 

 

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER FIFTEEN

 

 

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Verse 4-10

God is longing and speaking for lost souls. And there is joy over one sinner that repents. Therefore leading lost souls to Christ is great before God and provokes celebration in heaven.

Verse 11-14

Many people want to enjoy the pleasure of this world at the expense of their relationship with God. However, there is always a crisis outside Christ. This is because no matter, how much you enjoy the things of this world, one day, the enemy will strike.

Verse 15-19

Any time one realizes his mistakes, he should make a U-turn and return to God. This is a wise decision no matter how long or how far you may have gone away from God. Truly, it will be foolishness if one comes to himself (By the grace of God) and chooses not to return but to continue to suffer. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER FOURTEEN

 

 

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Verse 1-6

Human beings are of more value than animals. And it is good to do good when the need arises even on a Sabbath day.

Verse 7-14

It's wise to humble yourself all the time so that people may lift you in due season. This is because humility will attract lifting while pride will provoke the downfall of the person who has it. Also, it's important to help those who can't repay or be a blessing to those who don't have the means to bless you in return. This is because God will then be the one to repay you. And surely, God's reward is more than any human can give you.

Verse 15-24

Heaven is only for those who honour the invitation of Christ to the kingdom. As such, only those who accept Christ as their personal Lord and Saviour will dine with God in heaven. Also, the Father expects His house to be full and He has no discrimination. Therefore, go to odd places and reach out to souls for Christ, for He died for all. However, there is a need for you to apply wisdom when going to certain places. Furthermore, the Lord is looking for those who will be available for Him to use. However, if you're too busy for Him you may miss heaven in the process. Read more... 

 

 

 

 

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER THIRTEEN

 

 

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Verse 1-5

Except you repent, you will perish. God forbid, but it's as simple as that.

Verse 6-9

God expects fruits from us: the souls we've won to Christ, lives we have saved by being like Christ, etc.  So, we need to bear fruit to avoid being cut off from the family of God.

Verse 10-17

It's good to do good any day of the week. And God is ever ready to set us free from the hands of the enemy any day of the week. This He will do no matter what people say. So go to Him in faith.

Verse 18-21

The kingdom of God is the lifestyle of God, Lordship of God, and will of God. And no matter how little or hidden it may be, it has great potential to affect everyone around it. For instance, when you preach the gospel of Christ to a community with signs and wonders, light from God's word will drive the darkness away from that community. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER TWELVE

 

Verse 1-3

There is nothing covered that will not be revealed, nor hidden that will not be known, forever.

Verse 4-7

You should not be afraid of any man, who can ONLY kill the body. But fear God, who will not only kill the body but also throw the person into hell. Besides, you are more valuable than birds. So, God will watch over you to protect you. Therefore, fear God more.

Verse 8-12

Be bold to confess Christ before men, so that He will not deny you before His angels. And ensure you don't blaspheme against the Holy Spirit, for it's dangerous to do so. And when you're queried about Christ, don't be bothered because the Holy Spirit will give you what to say at that time.

Verse 13-21

As our Lord Jesus Christ, don't abuse your privileged position of authority and know the boundaries of your authority. Also, know that life is not all about possession, so don't be covetous. Rather lay up treasures in heaven and be rich towards God, for your soul is more important than earthly possessions. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER ELEVEN

 

 

 

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Verse 2-4

According to the Lord's Prayer:

• God has to be your Father first
• Then you kick off with praise
• Pray for His kingdom to be established on earth
• And His will to be done on earth too
• Focus on God's business before you start asking for your desires to be met by God
• Also know that God is committed to your daily meals
• And you should allow tomorrow to think about itself
• Furthermore, you're never to worry, though you should plan well.
• Finally, you must clear yourself of all sins and ensure that you forgive others, for God to forgive you too

Verse 8-12

Ask God until you receive your desires in Christ. This is because if you ask it will be given to you. And when you seek, you will find. Also when you knock, it will be opened to you

Verse 13

Certainly, our Heavenly Father will always do better than our earthly fathers. So, put your trust in Him.

Verse 16-20

You have nothing to prove to the world as a child of God. No matter what you do, they will find faults. So, let no man push you to sin against God. Rather, let your life and works speak Christ and for you.

Verse 21-23

Be strong and fully armed in Christ, who is the strongest of all forces. Otherwise, your weapons can't save you when a stronger man comes upon you. And know that you can't be indifferent; you're either for Christ or for the enemy.

Verse 24-26

It's important that you continuously feed on God's word and follow up new converts. This is to ensure that there's no vacuum in your lives that will attract the enemy. For, the enemy's return to your lives will make you worse than you were before your salvation. Read more...

 

 

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER TEN

 

 

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Verse 1

Christ sent them out two by two. This is very important, that as much as possible don't go alone to share the word, at least go with one person. And there are many reasons for this; one I believe is for your security both physically and otherwise.

Verse 2

We're encouraged to pray that labourers be sent to the field. Truly, no one can be saved except someone preaches to him. And people are in situations where they're looking for solutions and ways out of their predicament. And Christ is the way, the truth and the life.

Verse 3

You're encouraged to go like a lamb, not harming anyone you approach. You're to be a blessing and not a curse.

Verse 5

Surely, there's power in your words. So, when you get to a place and declare peace unto the house, the peace of God will rest on that house.

Verse 7

The labourer is worthy of his hire, so, expect God to reward you for your services in His kingdom. And always remember that God owes no man.

Verse 9

We're sent to heal; for total health is one attribute of the kingdom of God. Certainly, sickness and diseases have no place in heaven, and so should not be associated with children of God. Read more.

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER NINE

 

 

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Verse 1-2

God has given us the authority to go and preach the gospel to all men and heal the sick. This assignment is not just for apostles, but for everyone.

Verse 3-5

We have been told to go and preach the gospel to everyone. However, we should not be disturbed when some people don't receive Christ. Our work is to preach with faith to them, but it's theirs to receive Christ. And if they don't it will be between them and God, and surely, they will not make heaven.

Verse 6 -10

The disciples did exactly what Jesus asked them to do. And when they returned, they gave an account of their work. Surely, it's important to have someone (spiritually qualified) for you to be accountable to. This will help you to be sure you're on the right track.

Verse 11

Each time the people went to Jesus, He shared the word with them and healed their sick. So also, we should always be ready, in season and out of season, to share the good news and be used by God to heal the sick.

Verse 12 - 17

Man is always limited but not God. Surely, Christ will always have the answers to all challenges you may ever have. However, you're to go to Him in faith, expecting Him to deliver your answers to you. And there is no impossibility with Him, for with five loaves and two fishes, Christ fed five thousand men. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER EIGHT

 

 

 

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Verse 1

Christ went everywhere preaching the gospel. We should not be ashamed to do so too.

Verse 2-3

Christ had people who ministered to Him. We should do likewise to our ministers.

Verse 12

Pray for yourself and other people that God will preserve what you hear and that the enemy will not steal them from you.

Verse 13

Pray for people to be rooted and grounded in the word so that they will not fall into temptation

Verse 14

Pray that people be kingdom-minded and not carnally minded, including you.

Verse 15

Pray that the hearts of Christians be good and honest hearts and that with patience they may yield their fruits.

Verse 16

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER SEVEN

 

Verse 2-3

This is a good example of a master loving his servant. How dear are your helpers to you? Truly, we should have good relationships with our helpers or subordinates.

Verse 4-5

The goodness you show to people will cause you to find favour before God and man.

Verse 9

Truly, the centurion manifested great faith. We need to grow to this point where we believe God's words and act on them without doubting. And not to be looking for men and women of God to lay hands on us or visit us. This is not wrong though, but we need to build up ourselves too.

Verse 11-17

As usual, Christ went about doing good. And His compassion for the widow moved Him to call back the young man into his body; thereby, causing great joy in that family and community. This is what God wants us to be doing too; causing great joy in the hearts of many people, including widows.

Verse 23

You should not be offended in God no matter what. For you need Him more than anything else to succeed and overcome in this world. Unfortunately, John, the forerunner of Christ developed doubts at the last stage of his walk on earth. May this not be our portion in Jesus name. Read more...

 

 

 

 

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER SIX

 

Verse 9

God wants us to reverence the Sabbath day, and make it a resting day, especially for our helpers. However, as Christ pointed out, it is lawful to do good on the Sabbath day.

 

Verse 12-13

For you to be successful in life and make the right choices, it's important that you learn and practice the act of separation to pray. This enables you to commune with the Alpha and Omega to get the proper direction and wisdom you need. So, after spending quality time with God, Christ received the names of those He was to choose as His disciples. And among them was Judas who was to betray Christ.

 

Verse 17-19

They came to hear Him and to be healed. So, He healed them all. Also, power came forth from Him and healed the people that touched Him. So, the word needs to come first before the healing. This is because hearing the word builds up the faith needed for your healing.

 

Verse 20-23

The amplified bible defines 'Blessed' as spiritually prosperous, happy, and to be admired. And the 'Poor in the spirit' are those devoid of spiritual arrogance and those who regard themselves as insignificant. As such it's a blessing when you work according to God's will. And part of the blessings is that you will inherit the kingdom of God. Read more...