Gen 37:12-22 | MHM | STEP | Genesis 37:12-22: Joseph Sent to His Brothers and Their Plot Against Him In this passage, Joseph’s brothers are taking care of their father’s sheep in Shechem. Jacob sends Joseph to check on them and the flocks, showing Joseph’s obedience and concern for his brothers. However, when Joseph finds them, his brothers make an evil plan to kill him because of their jealousy and anger about his dreams. Reuben tries to protect Joseph by suggesting they do not kill him, but put him in a pit instead. God is working behind the scenes, even when people are planning to do wrong (Genesis 37:12-22 ). v. 12-14 : Jacob tells Joseph to go to Shechem and check on his brothers and the sheep. Joseph obeys right away, even though his brothers dislike him. This shows Joseph’s respect for his father and his willingness to help his family, even if it is difficult or dangerous (Genesis 37:13 ).

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Genesis 37:12-22: Joseph Sent to His Brothers and Their Plot Against Him

In this passage, Joseph’s brothers are taking care of their father’s sheep in Shechem. Jacob sends Joseph to check on them and the flocks, showing Joseph’s obedience and concern for his brothers. However, when Joseph finds them, his brothers make an evil plan to kill him because of their jealousy and anger about his dreams. Reuben tries to protect Joseph by suggesting they do not kill him, but put him in a pit instead. God is working behind the scenes, even when people are planning to do wrong (Genesis 37:12-22 ^a).

v. 12-14: Jacob tells Joseph to go to Shechem and check on his brothers and the sheep. Joseph obeys right away, even though his brothers dislike him. This shows Joseph’s respect for his father and his willingness to help his family, even if it is difficult or dangerous (Genesis 37:13 ^b).

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v. 15-17: When Joseph reaches Shechem, his brothers are not there. A man finds Joseph wandering in the fields and tells him they have gone to Dothan. Joseph keeps searching for his brothers, showing his dedication and brotherly love.

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v. 18-20: Joseph’s brothers see him coming from far away and make a plan to kill him. They call him "this dreamer" and decide to throw him into a pit and pretend that a wild animal killed him. Their jealousy and hatred make them plan evil together (Genesis 37:18-20; 1 John 3:15 ^c).

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v. 21-22: Reuben hears the plan and tries to save Joseph. He suggests they do not kill Joseph but throw him into a pit instead. Reuben secretly hopes to rescue Joseph and bring him back to their father. Sometimes God uses even small acts of kindness from others to help those in trouble (Genesis 37:21-22 ^d).

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