Genesis 48 - Introduction
* Joseph visits his dying father. (1-7) Jacob blesses Joseph's sons. (8-22)... [ Continue Reading ]
* Joseph visits his dying father. (1-7) Jacob blesses Joseph's sons. (8-22)... [ Continue Reading ]
1-7 The death-beds of believers, with the prayers and counsels of dying persons, are suited to make serious impressions upon the young, the gay, and the prosperous: we shall do well to take children on such occasions, when it can be done properly. If the Lord please, it is very desirable to bear ou... [ Continue Reading ]
8-22 The two good men own God in their comforts. Joseph says, They are my sons whom God has given me. Jacob says, God hath showed me thy seed. Comforts are doubly sweet to us when we see them coming from God's hand. He not only prevents our fears, but exceeds our hopes. Jacob mentions the care the... [ Continue Reading ]