Gen 43:11 | MHM | STEP | Genesis 43:11-14: Joseph’s Brethren Again Sent to Egypt In this passage, Jacob finally agrees to let Benjamin go with his brothers to Egypt. He sees that there is no other choice if they want to get more food and save their family from hunger. Jacob shows wisdom by sending gifts and double money to Egypt, hoping to make peace and show honesty. He also shows faith by praying that God will give his sons mercy before the ruler in Egypt. In the end, Jacob accepts that some things are out of his control and leaves the outcome in God’s hands. v. 11 : Jacob listens to his sons and realizes he must let Benjamin go. He tells them to take the best fruits of the land as a gift for the Egyptian ruler—balm, honey, spices, myrrh, nuts, and almonds. Jacob knows that sometimes, we must change our plans when the situation demands it ( v. 11 ).

‏ Genesis 43:11

Genesis 43:11-14: Joseph’s Brethren Again Sent to Egypt

In this passage, Jacob finally agrees to let Benjamin go with his brothers to Egypt. He sees that there is no other choice if they want to get more food and save their family from hunger. Jacob shows wisdom by sending gifts and double money to Egypt, hoping to make peace and show honesty. He also shows faith by praying that God will give his sons mercy before the ruler in Egypt. In the end, Jacob accepts that some things are out of his control and leaves the outcome in God’s hands.

v. 11: Jacob listens to his sons and realizes he must let Benjamin go. He tells them to take the best fruits of the land as a gift for the Egyptian ruler—balm, honey, spices, myrrh, nuts, and almonds. Jacob knows that sometimes, we must change our plans when the situation demands it (v. 11 ^a).