S1 E30: Joseph and the Pit
Sibling rivalry hits a new level in this episode as Nathan and Brad dive into Genesis 37 and the beginning of the Joseph narrative. From Jacob’s favoritism and Joseph’s colorful coat to the brothers’ jealous plot to kill him and sell him into slavery, we see family dysfunction at its worst, yet God is quietly at work behind the scenes.
The hosts explore themes of betrayal, divine providence through human sin, cosmic geography, and how Joseph’s story becomes a powerful type pointing to Jesus: the beloved son, rejected, “buried” in a pit, and later exalted to save his people. They also connect it to the larger covenant story and the coming Exodus.
If you’ve ever wondered how God uses even the messiest family drama for His purposes, this episode is for you. Jump in and study Biblical covenants and ancient kingdoms with us!
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