Moses does most of his growing up in the home of Pharaoh. But he never truly forgets the people he came from. Jochebed nursed Moses. As soon as he was weaned, he moved to Pharaoh’s home. We don’t get to see this progression, nor his childhood in Pharaoh’s home. We also don’t get to see […]
The family finally arrives in Egypt. Joseph directs them to the place they will now live. He also instructs them as to what to say when they are called before Pharaoh. ♥ ♦ ♥ The journey to Joseph in Egypt is long, hot, and dusty. Jacob is grateful for the wagon to ride in, and […]
Pharaoh has ordered all the Hebrew male babies killed. There is a hidden treasure waiting in the bulrushes. This treasure is hidden from death and hides a future for Israel. Moses was one of at least three children. He had an older brother and sister. Apparently, the edict for killing male children wasn’t in effect […]
Joseph and his brothers are long dead. A new Pharaoh arises in Egypt who is afraid of the Israelites. He places a heavy burden on them to try and control them. The family of Israel has grown exponentially since their arrival in Egypt. Now, they outnumber the Egyptians. God keeps blessing them in this area. […]
Joseph’s death is the last we will hear from the family of Israel for some time. Joseph’s death will be observed by ALL of Egypt. Joseph has returned to Egypt after burying his Abba in Canaan. He had sworn to do this before his Abba died. Joseph will live another 54 years after the death […]