Acts 7:9

Contemporary English Version Interconfessional Edition

These men were our ancestors. Joseph was also one of our famous ancestors. His brothers were jealous of him and sold him as a slave to be taken to Egypt. But God was with him

Cross References

Genesis 39:2

So Joseph lived in the home of Potiphar, his Egyptian owner. Soon Potiphar realized that the Lord was helping Joseph to be successful in whatever he did.

Psalm 105:17

But he had already sent Joseph, sold as a slave into Egypt,

Isaiah 43:2

When you cross deep rivers, I will be with you, and you won't drown. When you walk through fire, you won't be burned or scorched by the flames.

Isaiah 41:10

Don't be afraid. I am with you. Don't tremble with fear. I am your God. I will make you strong, as I protect you with my arm and give you victories.

Genesis 45:4

Joseph told them to come closer to him, and when they did, he said: Yes, I am your brother Joseph, the one you sold into Egypt.

Matthew 27:18

Pilate knew the leaders had brought Jesus to him because they were jealous.

Genesis 39:5

Because of Joseph, the Lord began to bless Potiphar's family and fields.

Haggai 2:4

But cheer up! Because I, the Lord All-Powerful, will be here to help you with the work,

1 Corinthians 13:4

Love is patient and kind, never jealous, boastful, proud, or