Genesis 45:5

The Passion Translation

Now don’t be grieved. Don’t blame yourselves because you sold me here. It was God who sent me ahead of you in order to save lives.

Cross References

Genesis 37:28

And when the Midianites (also known as Ishmaelites) came by, Joseph’s brothers lifted him out of the pit, and sold him to the Ishmaelites for twenty pieces of silver, and the merchants took Joseph far away to Egypt.

Genesis 47:25

“You have saved our lives!” they said. “May we find your favor, our lord, and we will be slaves to Pharaoh.”

Genesis 50:19

But Joseph dried his tears and said, “Don’t be afraid. How could I ever take the place of God?

Genesis 50:20

Even though you intended to hurt me, God intended it for good. It was his plan all along, to ensure the survival of many people. So, don’t worry. I myself will provide for you all that you need, both for you and your little ones.”

Genesis 50:21

Then with more kind, reassuring words, Joseph comforted his brothers.

Luke 23:34

While they were nailing Jesus to the cross, he prayed over and over, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they’re doing.” The soldiers, after they crucified him, gambled over his clothing.

2 Corinthians 2:11

so that we would not be exploited by the adversary, Satan, for we know his clever schemes.

2 Corinthians 2:7

Instead of more punishment, what he needs most is your encouragement through your gracious display of forgiveness.

Philemon 1:15

Perhaps you could think of it this way: he was separated from you for a short time so that you could have him back forever.