The Old Testament Witness to Christ and His Kingdom, Mentor's Guide, MG09

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T H E O L D T E S T A M E N T W I T N E S S T O C H R I S T A N D H I S K I N G D O M

3. He was raised from the dungeon and exalted to a place of authority and power.

a. Joseph, Gen. 41.39-44

b. Jesus, Phil. 2.9-11

4. Took a Gentile bride

a. Joseph, Gen. 41.45

b. Jesus, Eph. 5.25

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C. Aspects of his saving reign that resonate with Christ

1. He gives all honor to the king, and delivers all glory and treasure into the king’s hands.

a. Joseph, Gen. 47.14-20

b. Jesus, 1 Cor. 15.24

2. He brings his people to repentance and self-knowledge.

a. Joseph, Hos. 5.15 (cf. Gen. 45.1-11)