Questions
3. What were the three stages of Joseph’s famine management? He collected all the money (vs 14), then acquired their livestock (vs 17), and claim all the people and their land (vs 20).
4. a. How did the Egyptians respond to Joseph and his policies? The famine was too severe; they had no choice but to submit to Joseph’s request to get food.
b. What were the results of Joseph’s efforts? He has gotten livestock and land in Egypt. He has also gotten the people to farm, and they are to give a fifth of their yield to Pharoah.
5. How was the Israelites’ experience unusual during a time of famine? The Israelites settled in Egypt in the region of Goshen. They acquired property there and were fruitful and increased greatly in number.
6. a. What does this passage reveal about leadership responsibilities and stewardship challenges?
b. Based on this passage, how do you think you should pray for your leaders?