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Day 1  READ   Genesis 37:1-2     1 So Jacob settled again in the land of Canaan, where his father had lived as a foreigner. 2 This is the account of Jacob and his family. When Joseph was seventeen years old, he often tended his father’s flocks. He worked for his half brothers, the sons of his father’s wives Bilhah and Zilpah. But Joseph reported to his father some of the bad things his brothers were doing.     Genesis Part 1 dealt with creation, the fall, the flood and Babe

Day 1  READ   Genesis 38:12-14     12 Some years later Judah’s wife died. After the time of mourning was over, Judah and his friend Hirah the Adullamite went up to Timnah to supervise the shearing of his sheep. 13 Someone told Tamar, “Look, your father-in-law is going up to Timnah to shear his sheep.” 14 Tamar was aware that Shelah had grown up, but no arrangements had been made for her to come and marry him. So she changed out of her widow’s clothing and covered herself w

Day 1  READ   Genesis 40:1-4     1 Some time later, Pharaoh’s chief cup-bearer and chief baker offended their royal master. 2 Pharaoh became angry with these two officials, 3 and he put them in the prison where Joseph was, in the palace of the captain of the guard. 4 They remained in prison for quite some time, and the captain of the guard assigned them to Joseph, who looked after them.     Although in prison, Joseph was put in charge of watching over others. He continued

Day 1  READ   Genesis 41:37-40     37 Joseph’s suggestions were well received by Pharaoh and his officials. 38 So Pharaoh asked his officials, “Can we find anyone else like this man so obviously filled with the spirit of God?” 39 Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has revealed the meaning of the dreams to you, clearly no one else is as intelligent or wise as you are. 40 You will be in charge of my court, and all my people will take orders from you. Only I, sitting on

Day 1  READ   Genesis 42:27-28     27 But when they stopped for the night and one of them opened his sack to get grain for his donkey, he found his money in the top of his sack. 28 “Look!” he exclaimed to his brothers. “My money has been returned; it’s here in my sack!” Then their hearts sank. Trembling, they said to each other, “What has God done to us?”     Joseph had secretly instructed the payment of his brothers to be put back in their sacks. As they stopped for the ni

Day 1  READ   Genesis 44:1-2     1 When his brothers were ready to leave, Joseph gave these instructions to his palace manager: “Fill each of their sacks with as much grain as they can carry, and put each man’s money back into his sack. 2 Then put my personal silver cup at the top of the youngest brother’s sack, along with the money for his grain.” So the manager did as Joseph instructed him.     Joseph planned again how to surprise his brothers and make them fear for their

Day 1  READ   Genesis 45:16-17     16 The news soon reached Pharaoh’s palace: “Joseph’s brothers have arrived!” Pharaoh and his officials were all delighted to hear this. 17 Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Tell your brothers, ‘This is what you must do: Load your pack animals, and hurry back to the land of Canaan.’”     When Pharaoh and his palace heard the news about Joseph’s brothers, they were excited. Pharaoh now got involved and began to give directions as to what should occur

Day 1  READ   Genesis 46:28-29     28 As they neared their destination, Jacob sent Judah ahead to meet Joseph and get directions to the region of Goshen. And when they finally arrived there, 29 Joseph prepared his chariot and traveled to Goshen to meet his father, Jacob. When Joseph arrived, he embraced his father and wept, holding him for a long time.     Judah was the key person to meet Joseph and ask for directions to Goshen. Joseph met them there and had an emotional mee

Day 1  READ   Genesis 48:1-2     1 One day not long after this, word came to Joseph, “Your father is failing rapidly.” So Joseph went to visit his father, and he took with him his two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. 2 When Joseph arrived, Jacob was told, “Your son Joseph has come to see you.” So Jacob gathered his strength and sat up in his bed.     After Joseph made the oath to carry his father’s remains back to Canaan after his death, this word came to Joseph. As a good son,

Day 1  READ   Genesis 49:13-15     13 “Zebulun will settle by the seashore and will be a harbor for ships; his borders will extend to Sidon. 14 Issachar is a sturdy donkey, resting between two saddlepacks. 15 When he sees how good the countryside is and how pleasant the land, he will bend his shoulder to the load and submit himself to hard labor.”     Jacob continued to tell his sons about what they were doing and what their descendants would be like in the future. In this

Day 1 READ   Genesis 50:10     10 When they arrived at the threshing floor of Atad, near the Jordan River, they held a very great and solemn memorial service, with a seven-day period of mourning for Joseph’s father.     The large group arrived on the east side of the Jordan River. There they held a memorial service and mourned for seven days for Joseph’s father. In each case, it was not as much for Jacob as it was because of their honor of Joseph who had lost his loved one. 

Bitterness rots the soul. Discover from Ephesians 4:31–32 how God frees us from anger’s grip and heals what unforgiveness can never fix.

INTRO:  SPIRITUALLY FIT  | TODAY In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole is joined by Matt and Laura Coppinger to discuss "Presence in a Distracted World." Discover practical ways to create meaningful family moments, set boundaries against distraction, and ensure your loved ones feel truly seen this Christmas. Featuring insights from John 1:14 and real-life experiences from a family of 11 kids, this episode explores the power of undivided attention. STEP 1 - RECE

The “most wonderful time of the year” doesn’t ring true for everyone. But there is a truth and hope that withstands time – the power of Jesus! Coach Gary Dunker introduces you to the King of kings, who rules over discouragement, and one day, all will know His supreme justice! Turn your heart to the only one who has power over disappointment, powerlessness, and lack of hope. Come to Jesus in prayer and may the King of Kings give you a Christmas of Christmases!

"How will I be remembered?" It's a question many of us ask, especially as we get older. And if you're thinking there's no time left to leave a good memory, stop and take a minute. Listen as Stefanie shares about her own father and the trajectory his life took, and the memories he left behind that have been a comfort ever since.

Read 1 Thessalonians 3:4-5   For when we were with you, we kept telling you beforehand that we were to suffer affliction, just as it has come to pass and just as you know. For this reason, when I could bear it no longer, I sent to learn about your faith, for fear that somehow the tempter had tempted you and our labor would be in vain.     Reflect   How has suffering impacted your faith? Has it made your faith stronger or shakier?     Many people in the United States have been

Christmas is a hard time of the year for many people, and for good reason. But even when life is dark, we can still shine for God. Join Arnie today as we pray for God's grace and His light to light up our lives this holiday season.

There are lots of things in the Bible that are up for interpretation. But we can praise God that one thing that is crystal clear in His Word is the plan of salvation. Not only can we know how to be made right with God, we can be assured that His love will never fail us. As Paul concludes his letter to the Corinthians, he share encouragement as we grow in maturity.

Family estrangement makes the holidays painful for millions. This article explores how Scripture calls believers to choose curiosity over judgment, offering grace, wisdom, and hope when an empty chair at Christmas breaks the heart.

Spiritual Fitness Coach Caleb White digs into one of the powerful names of Jesus – The Word. Find out what it means, why it matters, and how it can change your life! Jesus is the very expression of God’s love and truth, alive and at work in your world today. What will you do today to allow Him to shape your life?

We could all use a bit more wisdom. In today's prayer, Paula leads us in a prayer for wisdom from God.

Today, Gary urges you to embrace the boldness of the shepherds. Share the good news of great joy, just as they did that night in Bethlehem, and spread the message of salvation to those dear to you. Merry Christmas!

STEP 1 - RECEIVE (Receive God's Word and Grow in Bible Knowledge) No one enjoys physical suffering--it hardly even needs to be said. But it remains a fact that suffering is, or will be, part of many of our lives. It was true for Paul as well. But God helped Paul find a purpose and a way to grow through his suffering. And in his letter to the Corinthians, he shares that Good News that is sure to be a comfort to you as well. STEP 2 - REFLECT (How does this Scripture Apply to yo

Discover how moving from doubt to trust in God can fill the void of addiction. Learn why true transformation is a daily process of renewing your mind and finding hope.