Genesis 45:8

God's Word

It wasn’t you who sent me here, but God. He has made me ⌞like⌟ a father to Pharaoh, lord over his entire household, and ruler of Egypt.

Cross References

John 15:16

You didn’t choose me, but I chose you. I have appointed you to go, to produce fruit that will last, and to ask the Father in my name to give you whatever you ask for.

Romans 9:16

Therefore, God’s choice does not depend on a person’s desire or effort, but on God’s mercy.

John 19:11

Jesus answered Pilate, “You wouldn’t have any authority over me if it hadn’t been given to you from above. That’s why the man who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.”

Job 29:16

I was father to the needy. I carefully investigated cases brought by strangers.

Judges 17:10

Micah told him, “Stay with me! Be a father and a priest to me. I’ll give you ten pieces of silver a year, a set of clothes, and your room and board.” The Levite accepted the offer

Genesis 45:5

Now, don’t be sad or angry with yourselves that you sold me. God sent me ahead of you to save lives.

Philemon 1:15

Maybe Onesimus was gone for a while so that you could have him back forever—

Isaiah 22:21

I will dress him in your linen robe and fasten it with your belt. I will give him your authority, and he will be like a father to those who live in Jerusalem and to the nation of Judah.

Genesis 45:26

They told him, “Joseph is still alive! Yes, he is ruler of Egypt.” Jacob was stunned and didn’t believe them.