Genesis 45:8

New English Translation

So now, it is not you who sent me here, but God. He has made me an adviser to Pharaoh, lord over all his household, and ruler over all the land of Egypt.

Cross References

Genesis 45:26

They told him, “Joseph is still alive and he is ruler over all the land of Egypt!” Jacob was stunned, for he did not believe them.

Genesis 45:5

Now, do not be upset and do not be angry with yourselves because you sold me here, for God sent me ahead of you to preserve life!

Job 29:16

I was a father to the needy, and I investigated the case of the person I did not know;

Isaiah 22:21

I will put your robe on him, tie your belt around him, and transfer your authority to him. He will become a protector of the residents of Jerusalem and of the people of Judah.

John 15:16

You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit, fruit that remains, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name he will give you.

John 19:11

Jesus replied, “You would have no authority over me at all, unless it was given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of greater sin.”

Romans 9:16

So then, it does not depend on human desire or exertion, but on God who shows mercy.

Philemon 1:15

For perhaps it was for this reason that he was separated from you for a little while, so that you would have him back eternally,

Judges 17:10

Micah said to him, “Stay with me. Become my adviser and priest. I will give you ten pieces of silver per year, plus clothes and food.”