Gen 40:23 | MHM | STEP | v. 23 : The chief butler, despite Joseph’s kindness and help, did not remember Joseph after being freed ( v. 23 ). This shows the ingratitude of people who forget those who helped them in difficult times. The butler’s behavior reminds us not to place our trust in people, who can easily forget us, but to trust in God, who never fails. This is echoed in Amos 6:6 , where people are criticized for their lack of concern for others’ suffering, like "the affliction of Joseph." Reflection on Joseph and Christ : Some see a parallel between Joseph and Christ in this story. Joseph’s fellow prisoners are like the two thieves crucified with Jesus—one was saved, while the other was condemned (Luke 23:39-43 ). The butler forgot Joseph, even though Joseph only predicted his release. In contrast, the thief on the cross asked Christ to remember him, and Jesus did not forget him. This comparison reminds us of the gratitude we owe to Jesus, who not only foretold our salvation but achieved it by His death. Yet, like the butler, we often fail to remember Him despite His great love and sacrifice for us.

‏ Genesis 40:23

v. 23: The chief butler, despite Joseph’s kindness and help, did not remember Joseph after being freed (v. 23 ^a). This shows the ingratitude of people who forget those who helped them in difficult times. The butler’s behavior reminds us not to place our trust in people, who can easily forget us, but to trust in God, who never fails. This is echoed in Amos 6:6 ^b, where people are criticized for their lack of concern for others’ suffering, like "the affliction of Joseph."

Reflection on Joseph and Christ: Some see a parallel between Joseph and Christ in this story. Joseph’s fellow prisoners are like the two thieves crucified with Jesus—one was saved, while the other was condemned (Luke 23:39-43 ^c). The butler forgot Joseph, even though Joseph only predicted his release. In contrast, the thief on the cross asked Christ to remember him, and Jesus did not forget him. This comparison reminds us of the gratitude we owe to Jesus, who not only foretold our salvation but achieved it by His death. Yet, like the butler, we often fail to remember Him despite His great love and sacrifice for us.