Watch the video above and talk about it with a group or mentor. Learn more.
In the book of Genesis, Joseph had to learn to deal with adversity. Through his experiences, we can learn how to deal with adversity in our own lives.
Key Points:
- Joseph had strange dreams about his future. Genesis 37:2, 5-8
- Joseph’s brothers were jealous of him. Genesis 37:15-17, 26-28
- Adversity is an opportunity for you to depend on God. Deuteronomy 31:8
Talk About It
- Watch the video together or invite someone to summarize the topic.
- What is your initial reaction to this video? Do you disagree with any of it? What jumped out at you?
- How familiar were you with the story of Joseph before this lesson?
- Describe your relationship with your siblings. Can you relate to some of the feelings in Joseph’s family? Explain.
- If you were Joseph, how would being sold into slavery affect your feelings toward God? Explain.
- Describe a time when you had to overcome a big obstacle in your life (it can be any type of obstacle). What did this experience teach you about adversity?
- Why do you think God allows adversity into our lives?
- Read Deuteronomy 31:8. What does this verse teach us about how God helps us in the midst of adversity?
- How will learning to depend on God in all circumstances help you in the future?
- Write a personal action step based on this conversation.
