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Podcast: Thy Strong Word from KFUO Radio
Episode: Genesis 43: Back into Egypt
Description: The grain is gone, but Jacob refuses to send Benjamin to Egypt despite Judah's guarantee of his safety. Only when starvation looms does Jacob relent, sending his sons with double money and gifts, praying that God Almighty will grant them mercy. When Joseph sees Benjamin, he's overcome with emotion and must leave to weep in private. The brothers are seated according to their birth order (to their amazement) and Benjamin receives five times the portion of his brothers. This lavish feast amid famine speaks to God's abundant grace, even as Joseph continues to test whether his brothers have truly...