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From pit to palace: Messiah son of Joseph’s pattern (Genesis 40; Amos 1–2; Matthew 5)

A symbolic digital oil painting in 16:9 landscape format created by ChatGPT, illustrating Joseph in an ancient Egyptian prison interpreting dreams for two officials. Joseph, dressed in simple servant garb, sits between the two men—one sorrowful and the other contemplative—beneath fresco-style murals: one showing a basket of bread being eaten by birds, the other a cluster of grapes beside a golden goblet. Above Joseph is a glowing dream vision of Jesus crucified and resurrected. The artwork features deep shadows, golden highlights, and a palette knife texture in a post-impressionist style. The text says, "From pit to palace: Messiah son of Joseph's pattern (Genesis 40; Amos 1-2; Matthew 5)." A Hallel.info logo is in the lower left corner.

Key parts of God’s faithful promise to humanity are revealed through the tragically triumphant life of Yosef (Joseph) in Genesis 40; Amos 1-2; and Matthew 5. In this study we see that like Messiah Yeshua (Christ Jesus), Yosef suffered unjustly but remained faithful, ultimately being exalted. The Beatitudes reflect Yosef’s spiritual resilience, showing how the righteous endure trials while trusting in God’s redemptive plan. The passages explain God’s justice, His commitment to all nations and the promise of lifting up those who humble themselves and walk in righteousness.

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Deeper meaning of First Fruits: Give God your first & best (Deuteronomy 26–27)

"Deeper meaning of First Fruits: Give God your first and best (Deuteronomy 26-27)." Adobe Firefly AI image of a woman standing in a vineyard holding a basket full of grain, grapes and other fruit.

The first fruits offering explored in this study of the Torah reading כִּי־תָבוֹא Ki Tavo (Deuteronomy 26:1–29:9) reveals God’s desire for our hearts — not just our outward obedience. The narrative reminds us that despite our struggles and feelings of worthlessness, God values us deeply. Tithing further demonstrates how we are to share our blessings with others.

Yet the sobering curses warn that internal rebellion has severe consequences, even to the point of unthinkable acts.

These passages call us to examine our motives and align our hearts with God’s. For when we do, the prophecies of restoration reveal the bountiful blessings that await those who wholeheartedly return to the LORD.

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Luke 6:17-26: Sermon on the Plain vs. Sermon on the Mount, part 1: ‘Happy are’ vs. ‘woe to’

Retired Navy SEAL, Jocko Willink and Director, Echo Charles discuss discipline and ownership in business, war, relationships and everyday life.

It’s difficult to feel “blessed” when life is difficult, when bad and evil things of our existence seem to dominate. However, one of the promises God makes throughout the Bible is that He will bring “woe,” or judgment, to the evil of the world. “Blessed are,” or “happy are,” those who trust that God will make good on those promises.