Ariel Childs Books: Inspiring Children's Literature

Genesis 41-45

These lessons explore Joseph’s journey from prison to palace, highlighting his personal healing and reconciliation with his family. Students will also learn about the test Joseph gave his brothers and the power of forgiveness.

Our vision

Two whole years had passed, and Joseph was still stuck in a dark, lonely prison. The cupbearer—the man Joseph had helped—had completely forgotten about him. That is, until something strange happened…

One night, Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, had a dream. In his dream, he was standing beside the Nile River when seven healthy, fat cows came up from the water and started eating the grass. But then seven skinny, sick-looking cows came out of the river and ate the healthy cows! 😱

Pharaoh woke up, sweating and confused. He went back to sleep and had another dream. This time, he saw seven full, beautiful heads of grain growing on one stalk. Then, seven thin, dry, and scorched heads of grain appeared and swallowed up the healthy ones. Pharaoh was disturbed. He didn’t understand what it meant. So he called for all his magicians and wise men—but no one could explain it. That’s when the cupbearer remembered Joseph. “Pharaoh, I know someone who can help! When I was in prison, a young Hebrew man interpreted my dream, and everything he said came true!” So Pharaoh called for Joseph right away. They brought him out of prison and cleaned him up. When Pharaoh asked if Joseph could explain the dreams, Joseph said:

“I can’t, but God can.” 🙏🏿

Joseph told Pharaoh that God was giving him a warning: There would be seven years of good harvests—followed by seven years of famine. Joseph advised Pharaoh to store up food during the good years so the people would survive the famine. Pharaoh was amazed by Joseph’s wisdom and how he gave credit to God. So he made Joseph second in command of all Egypt! Joseph went from forgotten prisoner to powerful leader—because God had a plan all along.

Life Lesson 💡

Even when life feels unfair or nothing seems to be changing, God is working behind the scenes. Joseph waited years in prison, but at just the right time, God lifted him up. When we focus on God’s promises instead of our problems, we grow stronger and more patient while we wait.

Activity: “Behind the Scenes”

You’ll Need:

· A small paper bag or box

· Slips of paper

· Pens or markers

Instructions:

1. Write It Down

On each slip of paper, write about a time when something felt hard, unfair, or confusing. (Examples: “My friend moved away,” “I didn’t make the team,” “I had to wait a long time.”)

2. Flip the Focus

On the back of each slip, write what good eventually came from it—or what you learned. Don’t see it yet? Write a prayer asking God to help you trust Him.

3. Bag It Up

Put all your slips in the bag and call it your “Behind-the-Scenes Bag.”

Every time you feel discouraged, pull one out and remember: God was working then—and He still is.

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