164 | What to Do When People You Trusted Betray You: God's Providence and Preservation (Genesis - Part 4)

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164 | What to Do When People You Trusted Betray You: God's Providence and Preservation (Genesis - Part 4)
Aug 31, 2026 Season 3
Paula Behrens

Find the full episode here: LivingOnPurposeInChrist.com/blog and the companion printable resource here): PaulaBehrens.com/store

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, I did everything right and it still fell apart? If you’ve been betrayed by someone you trusted, stuck in a season of waiting, or quietly wondering whether God still sees you, Joseph’s story in Genesis hits close to home and it brings real hope without pretending the pain is small.

We wrap up our Genesis series by tracing Joseph’s path from the pit to slavery, from false accusation to prison, and finally to a sudden, shocking turnaround in Pharaoh’s court. Along the way, we talk about what it means when “the Lord was with Joseph” even when nothing looks fair, and why the long middle stretch matters. If you’re trying to hear God’s voice, make wise choices, and find peace in a confusing season, Joseph gives language for the waiting room between promise and fulfillment.

We also slow down in Genesis 50:20, “You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good,” and dig into the meaning behind the word “meant” as something planned and woven with intention. That thread ties Joseph back to Abraham and the covenant story of God’s providence and the preservation of His people. If you’re carrying a family wound, a delayed promise, or a setback that feels personal, this conversation will help you reframe your story with faith, clarity, and courage.

If you want to go deeper, grab the printable companion Bible study for Genesis (Part 4) at PaulaBehrens.com/store. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.

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