The Brutal Journey Towards Reconciliation - Part 3: Tests (Gen. 44) [Jay Thomas]

Chapel Hill Bible Church - Sermons

In Genesis 44, Joseph sets up a clear ruse. Isn't that a bit dodgy... even sinful? He seems to be entrapping his poor brothers. Well, remember that not every test is a trap. Some tests are all of love, designed to purify. This one is the latter. Yes, there is a ruse, but that ruse is leading to redemption and reconciliation by repentance and a clear testimony of the gospel. Benjamin and Judah in particular are going to demonstrate the guts of guilt, innocence, the need for a substitute, the power to change, and the glory of forgiveness. This is a brutal test within a brutal journey toward reconciliation. And, it's a glorious test and journey, too.