Gen 50:26 | MHM | STEP | v. 26 : Joseph died at 110 years old. His body was embalmed and placed in a coffin in Egypt, but he was not buried until the Israelites entered Canaan (v. 26; Josh. 24:32 ). This teaches that it is important to care for the bodies of those who believe in God, trusting in the promise of resurrection. Even if the body is not buried right away, God remembers His people and keeps His promises.

‏ Genesis 50:26

v. 26: Joseph died at 110 years old. His body was embalmed and placed in a coffin in Egypt, but he was not buried until the Israelites entered Canaan (v. 26; Josh. 24:32 ^a). This teaches that it is important to care for the bodies of those who believe in God, trusting in the promise of resurrection. Even if the body is not buried right away, God remembers His people and keeps His promises.