Genesis 45:5 Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that you sold me here: for God did send me before you to preserve life. The principles illustrated in Joseph's statement are these: 1. God's absolute control over all creatures and events. 2. That while sinners are encouraged to hope in His mercy, they are left without excuse for their sin. 3. That God orders all human affairs with a view to the preservation of His sacred and gifted family — the Church. Parallel Verses KJV: Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life. |
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