Gen 50:15 | MHM | STEP | Genesis 50:15-21: Joseph Comforts His Brethren This passage tells how Joseph’s brothers became afraid after their father Jacob died. They worried that Joseph might now take revenge for the wrongs they did to him in the past. To avoid conflict, they humbled themselves and asked for forgiveness. Joseph responded with kindness and reminded them that God used everything for good. This story teaches us about forgiveness, the importance of family unity, and trusting in God’s bigger plan, even when people make mistakes. v. 15 : After Jacob’s death, Joseph’s brothers became afraid. They thought Joseph might hate them and try to pay them back for the evil they did to him ( v. 15 ). A guilty conscience often makes people afraid, even if there is no real danger.

‏ Genesis 50:15

Genesis 50:15-21: Joseph Comforts His Brethren

This passage tells how Joseph’s brothers became afraid after their father Jacob died. They worried that Joseph might now take revenge for the wrongs they did to him in the past. To avoid conflict, they humbled themselves and asked for forgiveness. Joseph responded with kindness and reminded them that God used everything for good. This story teaches us about forgiveness, the importance of family unity, and trusting in God’s bigger plan, even when people make mistakes.

v. 15: After Jacob’s death, Joseph’s brothers became afraid. They thought Joseph might hate them and try to pay them back for the evil they did to him (v. 15 ^a). A guilty conscience often makes people afraid, even if there is no real danger.