May / June 2024 Volume 106, Number 3
Lessons from Joseph
In the Beginning – Lessons from Joseph
The life of Joseph is one of the most memorable and impactful Bible stories; it helped shape our faith as children. This Herald issue focuses on many lessons for our Christian walk. Joseph’s journey speaks to us through the ages, beginning with his father’s favor, rejection by his brothers, slavery, imprisonment in Egypt, and finally, victory in God’s providence and power...read more.
Joseph, A Type of Christ – Dreams with Meaning
Joseph’s life in Egypt is an example for us. He began in the house of Potiphar, then was humbled in the king’s prison, and finally, he became the number-two man in Pharaoh’s kingdom. Yet, Joseph foreshadows one still greater than he…read more.
Joseph, A Type for Spiritual Growth – From Servant to Ruler
Joseph was a remarkable individual, being a picture of Jesus and an example worthy of emulation by the followers of Christ. The scriptures do not tell us precisely how Joseph’s stellar character was developed, only how it was manifested in the various experiences he faced…read more.
A Double Inheritance in the Land – The Sons of Jacob
The list of Jacob’s twelve sons is clear; we would expect them to comprise the 12 tribes of Israel. However, this is not how it worked out! Later, God gave Moses a slightly different list of the 12 tribes of Israel-those who were to communicate with Moses (Numbers 1:5-15)…read more.
Today in Prophecy – Houti Rebels and Iran
The Persian Empire was founded by Cyrus the Great, the king used by Jehovah God to return the Jewish people to Israel after decades of exile in Babylon. The Book of Daniel reveals the power and influence of the Persian Empire in its heyday…read more.
News and Views – Current Events
The Sins of Joseph’s Brothers – Traits to Avoid
Giving in to hatred became the poison Joseph’s older brothers drank while plotting to put Joseph out of their family. They demonstrated the sinful qualities of disrespect, jealousy, deception, greed, and lack of genuine love that would forever change them and their legacy…read more.
Joseph’s Faith at Work – Joseph Outshined His Brothers
The Apostle Paul includes Joseph in his long list of heroes of faith. The faith of these heroes, demonstrated in their life experiences, gave them a “good report” before God (Hebrews 11:2). Paul explains that their faith at work was driven by their hope for a better, heavenly country (Hebrews 11:13‑14)…read more.
The Prophet that Hath a Dream – Life-Changing Dreams
Some events in our lives change us permanently. Pleasant events may be so joyous that we never forget the peace and gratitude that welled up. On the other hand, memories of unpleasant experiences often bring back emotional or physical pain and injury that give us pause…read more.
Joseph in Egypt – Two Visits by His Brothers
When Joseph was sold by his brothers to a traveling band of Midianite merchants, descendants of Abraham, he was taken to Egypt, the prominent country of the time. When Jesus was sold to Jewish authorities, also descendants of Abraham, he was turned over to Rome, the prominent empire of that time. Joseph became subject to Potiphar, as Jesus became subject to Pilate…read more.
God Be with Us — Back Cover
Categories: 2024 Issues, 2024 May/June
