The Anchor Sunday Sermons Podcast

Boundaries are crucial for us to prevent sin, set limits, and take responsibility for our own behavior.  In this message, we learn from Joseph’s example who dealt with Potiphar’s wife’s sexual advances how to set and maintain proper boundaries to protect ourselves from sin. 

This next election is pivotal for how fast things will move towards a one world government and towards absolute evil in every sector of society.  There is a lot a stake such as censorship, open borders, false religions, AI control, less freedom, and rampant sexual immorality.  Let’s look at how Ester faced her decision to stand for the truth and apply what she did to our situation. 

Being a Survivor Instead of a Victim | Genesis 37:20-23, 40:1-23

Persevering Through Hindrances | Genesis 40:16-23

The Coming of the Logos, Life, and Light  

John 1:1-5, 10-14, 17-18

Our Relationship with Power: Recognizing the Source Genesis 41:1-57

Acceptable Sacrifice Before Exaltation | Genesis 41:42-57

Wake Up! Genesis 42:1-38

Joseph's testing of his brothers was a pivotal part of God’s plan to channel His blessing through Abraham’s descendants. These tests were necessary to ensure the brothers' faithfulness before they could share in the blessing of becoming a great nation in Egypt. Joseph's subtle methods encouraged the brothers to acknowledge their guilt for their actions against him and demonstrate genuine change. This scene reflects a reversal of earlier events: Joseph, once oppressed, now wielded authority to test his brothers. By accusing them of being spies and imprisoning them, Joseph created circumstances that mirrored their treatment of him. The pressure was deliberate, aimed at awakening their consciences and prompting them to recognize God’s hand in their situation.  Both Joseph's intentional testing and the brothers’ realization that God was addressing their past sins, shows His providential hand in preparing them for their role in His greater plan.

Passing the Test of Jealousy Genesis 43:1-34

The Test of Hesed | Genesis 43:19-34; 44:1-34