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Genesis 40:13 · KJV

"Yet within three days shall Pharaoh lift up thine head, and restore thee unto thy place: and thou shalt deliver Pharaoh's cup into his hand, after the former manner when thou wast his butler."

King James Version

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Passage Context

11And Pharaoh's cup was in my hand: and I took the grapes, and pressed them into Pharaoh's cup, and I gave the cup into Pharaoh's hand.
12And Joseph said unto him, This is the interpretation of it: The three branches are three days:
13Yet within three days shall Pharaoh lift up thine head, and restore thee unto thy place: and thou shalt deliver Pharaoh's cup into his hand, after the former manner when thou wast his butler.
14But think on me when it shall be well with thee, and shew kindness, I pray thee, unto me, and make mention of me unto Pharaoh, and bring me out of this house:
15For indeed I was stolen away out of the land of the Hebrews: and here also have I done nothing that they should put me into the dungeon.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to hope in uncertain times?

2

What does it mean for you to trust in God's timing?

3

When have you seen a situation turn around unexpectedly?

Life Application

hope

In difficult times, hold onto hope and trust in God's plan. Reflect on past experiences where hope led to positive change.

patience

Practice patience in waiting for God's timing in your life, knowing that He has a purpose.

People in This Verse

JosephBoth

Joseph, the favored son of Jacob, rose to prominence in Egypt due to his ability to interpret dreams. His story illustrates themes of betrayal, forgiveness, and divine purpose.

First appearance: Genesis 37:3

Places in This Verse

Egypt(Egypt today)

Egypt serves as the backdrop for Joseph's trials and eventual rise to power, playing a crucial role in the narrative of the Israelites.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

Joseph's ability to interpret dreams foreshadows Jesus' role in bringing restoration and hope to humanity.

See also: Matthew 1:21

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