Family Devotion 1: The Forgiveness Test Theme: ForgivenessScripture: Genesis 50:20 - "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." Activity: During dinner or a family snack time, discuss a time when someone hurt your feelings. How did it make you feel? What did you do about it? Discussion:

Share the story of Joseph and how he forgave his brothers even though they hurt him. Ask: Why is it important to forgive others? How does it make us feel when we forgive?

Prayer: Pray together, asking God to help each family member forgive others just like Joseph did. Parenting Tip: Encourage your children to express their feelings and remind them that forgiveness is a choice that leads to peace and joy.

Family Devotion 2: The Providence Test Theme: Trusting God's PlanScripture: Romans 8:28 - "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Activity: During a car ride or while doing chores, talk about a time when something didn’t go as planned. How did it turn out in the end? Discussion:

Explain how Joseph trusted God even when things seemed bad. Ask: How can we trust God when things don’t go our way?

Prayer: Pray for trust in God’s plan, even when it’s hard to see what He’s doing. Parenting Tip: Use everyday situations to point out how God might be working in ways we don’t understand.

Family Devotion 3: The Proving Test Theme: Faith and PatienceScripture: James 1:3-4 - "Because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." Activity: While preparing a meal together, talk about how some things take time to cook or grow, just like our faith. Discussion:

Discuss how Joseph’s faith was tested but he remained patient. Ask: What are some things you have to wait for? How does waiting make you feel?

Prayer: Pray for patience and faith to trust God’s timing. Parenting Tip: Encourage children to see waiting as a time to grow and learn, just like Joseph did.

Family Devotion 4: Surviving and Thriving Theme: Overcoming ChallengesScripture: Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all this through him who gives me strength." Activity: During a family walk or playtime, discuss a challenge each person is facing. Discussion:

Talk about how Joseph not only survived his challenges but thrived because of God’s help. Ask: How can God help us with our challenges?

Prayer: Pray for strength and courage to face challenges with God’s help. Parenting Tip: Reinforce that challenges are opportunities for growth and that God is always with us.

Family Devotion 5: God’s Bigger Picture Theme: Seeing God’s PlanScripture: Jeremiah 29:11 - "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Activity: During bedtime, share a story or draw a picture of what you want to be when you grow up. Discussion:

Explain how Joseph saw God’s bigger picture for his life. Ask: What do you think God’s plan is for you?

Prayer: Pray for guidance and understanding of God’s plan for each family member. Parenting Tip: Encourage children to dream big and trust that God has a wonderful plan for their lives.