Genesis 45:4-8 "Joey Jacobson..."

In this powerful sermon on Genesis 45:4-8, Pastor Andy Falleur examines Joseph's life as both a foreshadowing of Christ and a model for Christian living. He outlines numerous parallels between Joseph and Jesus, then explores how Joseph maintained godly perspective despite suffering. Rather than becoming bitter or making excuses, Joseph recognized God's sovereignty and positioned himself as a servant in every circumstance. Pastor Andy emphasizes three key applications: surrendering to God's purposes above comfort, forgiving others by seeing our hardships through God's sovereign plan, and positioning ourselves as servants who influence others without becoming doormats. The message concludes with an invitation to those who haven't yet trusted Christ, emphasizing that everyone leans on something in life's hardships, but Jesus alone is worthy of our complete trust.