Genesis 39:4

The Passion Translation

Joseph found favor with Potiphar. He was quickly promoted to become the overseer of Potiphar’s house and was put in charge of all that he had.

Cross References

Genesis 15:2

But Abram replied, “Lord Yahweh, what good is your reward if I remain childless? I’m about to die without a son, and my servant, Eliezer of Damascus, will inherit all my wealth.

Genesis 18:3

and said, “My Lord, if I have found favor in your sight, don’t pass me by. Stay for a while with your servant.

Genesis 19:19

You’ve been so gracious to your servant, and you’ve been so kind to save our lives, but I can’t make it to the mountains. It’s so far from here; disaster will overtake me, and I’ll die!

Genesis 24:2

One day, Abraham called for his trusted head servant, who was in charge of all that he had, and said “Please, put your hand here under my thigh,

Genesis 32:5

and have acquired sheep, cattle, donkeys, and both male and female servants. I send this message to you, my master, in the hope of finding favor in your eyes.’ ”

Genesis 33:10

Jacob replied, “No, please. If I have found favor in your eyes, please take the gifts. For truly, seeing your face after all these years, it’s like looking upon the face of God! Since you have received me so warmly,

Genesis 33:8

Esau asked Jacob, “Why did you send all these animals to me?” “I was hoping to find favor with you, my lord,” Jacob replied.

Genesis 39:8

“Never!” Joseph replied. “Don’t you realize that my master has nothing to worry about with me in charge, for he has put everything he has under my care?

Proverbs 14:35

A wise and faithful servant receives promotion from the king, but the one who acts disgracefully gets to taste the anger of the king.

Proverbs 16:7

When the Lord is pleased with the decisions you’ve made, he activates grace to turn enemies into friends.

Proverbs 17:2

A wise, intelligent servant will be honored above a shameful son. He’ll even end up having a portion left to him in his master’s will.

Proverbs 22:29

If you are uniquely gifted in your work, you will rise and be promoted. You won’t be held back— you’ll stand before kings!

Proverbs 27:18

Tend an orchard and you’ll have fruit to eat. Serve the Master’s interests and you’ll receive honor that’s sweet.

Proverbs 3:4

That’s how you will find favor and understanding with both God and men— you will gain the reputation of living life well.

Acts 20:28

So guard your hearts. Be true shepherds over all the flock and feed them well. Remember, it was the Holy Spirit who appointed you to guard and oversee the churches that belong to Jesus, the Anointed One, which he purchased and established by his own blood.

Ruth 2:6

The foreman answered, “She’s a Moabite girl who came back with Naomi from the country of Moab.