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Oops God Did it again: Genesis 48
January 25th

Ice Breakers: If someone spent one week following you around, what might surprise them about your life?

1. Quiet Faith

Jacob’s act of faith at the end of his life is simple, not dramatic (Hebrews 11:21).
Where in your life right now does faith look ordinary or unnoticed rather than impressive? How does that challenge your assumptions about what “strong faith” looks like?
(See also: Galatians 6:9)

2. God’s “Crossed Hands”

Joseph is upset because God’s blessing doesn’t land where he expects (Genesis 48:17–19).
Can you name a situation—past or present—where God’s plans crossed your expectations? How did you respond in that moment? What might it look like to trust God instead of trying to “reposition His hands”?
(See also: Proverbs 3:5–6)

3. Faith in Family Decisions

Joseph chooses to prioritize his sons’ spiritual future over cultural success (Genesis 48:1–6).
As a parent, grandparent, or mentor—or simply as someone who influences others—what values are you intentionally passing on? Where do you feel tension between worldly success and faithfulness to Christ?
(See also: Deuteronomy 6:4–7)

4. Speaking Blessing Into Others

Jacob blesses the next generation with words of identity, hope, and promise (Genesis 48:15–16).
Who in your life—at home, work, school, or church—might need encouragement rooted in God’s faithfulness? What would it look like to intentionally speak blessing or gospel truth into their life this week?
(See also: 1 Thessalonians 5:11)

5. Trusting God When You Don’t Understand

Jacob says, “I know, my son, I know,” trusting God’s wisdom even when it’s questioned (Genesis 48:19).
Where are you currently tempted to believe God has misunderstood your situation? How does knowing that God sees the full picture change how you pray or wait?
(See also: Isaiah 55:8–9)

6. Worship as Trust

Hebrews calls Jacob’s final act “worship,” even without a song or prayer (Hebrews 11:21).
How does this reshape your understanding of worship? In what everyday situations—stress, disappointment, uncertainty—might trusting God actually be your most genuine act of worship?
(See also: Romans 12:1)

7. Looking Beyond What You’ll See

Jacob points to promises that won’t be fulfilled for generations (Genesis 48:21–22).
How does God call us to live faithfully today for outcomes we may never see? Where might God be using your obedience now for the good of others in the future?
(See also: Matthew 16:18; 1 Corinthians 15:58)

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