Joseph: Ruler of Egypt – Part 2 – The Prisoner
Previously, we followed Joseph as he was betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, and taken down to Egypt. There, he was purchased by Potiphar, a powerful official, and through his steadfast faith in God, Joseph rose to become Chief Steward of Potiphar’s household. But just as his fortunes seemed to rise, he was falsely accused by Potiphar’s wife and thrown into prison. It would have been easy to fall into despair, but Joseph refused to let his circumstances define him. Instead, he clung to his faith and made himself useful even behind bars, eventually becoming the warden’s trusted assistant. While in prison, Joseph encountered Pharaoh’s butler and baker, both of whom had troubling dreams. With God’s help, Joseph interpreted the dreams accurately—one man was restored, the other executed. Joseph asked the butler to remember him, but he was forgotten… until two years later, when Pharaoh himself had a disturbing dream. The butler finally remembered the Hebrew prisoner. What followed was a divinely orchestrated turn of events that not only changed Joseph’s life but set the stage for the salvation of an entire nation. Join us as we continue Joseph’s powerful and inspiring journey in Egypt.
Joseph: Ruler of Egypt – Part 1 – The Slave
Joseph belonged to a big, messy family of 13 siblings, four wives and one father. Joseph had a pre-eminence position as the oldest son of his father’s most beloved wife. His father, Jacob, doted on him and lavished him with love. Jacob’s unwise favouritism towards Joseph stirred up his older brothers’ jealousy. While visiting them while they were away from home, grazing the family’s extensive flocks and herds, Joseph’s brothers sold him as a slave. It was a turning point in both Joseph’s life and the life of his entire family. His grief-stricken father refused to be comforted, his guilt-ridden brothers couldn’t escape the shame of what they had done, and Joseph himself faced the horror of a life of slavery in Egypt. Instead of choosing to despair, Joseph chose to surrender his life fully to the God of his father and therein lay the secret of his remarkably successful life. Join us as we take a look at the remarkable story of Joseph’s journey into a life of slavery in Egypt.
ANZAC – A Soldier’s Story
Have you ever wondered what secrets lurk in your family’s past? Have you ever thought that you might be related to a celebrity, a tinker, a tailor, a soldier, a sailor, or maybe even a thief. There was a time when a convict in the family tree was something to hide, a skeleton in the cupboard you wanted no-one to see. But today it is something of a badge of honour to have one in your ancestry. But perhaps it’s even more prestigious today to have an ANZAC in the family.
The Resurrection Conspiracy
Throughout history, death has been universal, with some deaths more notable or mysterious than others. While many passed unnoticed, one death changed the world forever — Jesus Christ’s. His life, death, and resurrection changed everything. They literally split history in two. Every time you write a date or celebrate your birthday, you’re using Jesus’ birth as the focal point. So, who is this man, Jesus, whose name is still known by nearly every inhabitant on earth over two thousand years later? And what was so unique about His death and funeral that they’re celebrated around the world by billions of people each year.
Birds – Feathered Wonders Of The World
Created by God on the fifth day of creation, flying creatures are among the most fascinating and breathtaking creatures on the planet. They are graceful, acrobatic, and gifted with such sheer strength and speed that we are often awed by them. We invite you on an exciting journey into the world of flying creatures—nature’s most graceful, intelligent, and powerful aviators. Discover their dazzling colours, remarkable abilities, and fascinating lifestyles as we explore what makes them true marvels of the sky.
The Mystery of the Rosetta Stone
In August 1799 a warship sailed away from the coast of Egypt. Onboard was Napoleon Bonaparte, with a small party of officers. Napoleon had hoped to make Egypt a French possession so that he could move on to attack the British in India. His military adventure turned out to be an absolute disaster, a complete failure in every way – every way but one. You see, while the French army was in Egypt, one of the soldiers made an incredible discovery. He found an ancient stone inscription that unlocked the mysteries of along-lost empire. Join Gary as we follow archaeologists and linguists as they decode this strange inscription and reveal the secrets of ancient Egypt.
The Hope Bringer: The life story of C.S. Lewis
Before he turned ten, his mother died of cancer. So a young C. S. Lewis turned his back on God and became a militant atheist. Even being almost killed in the…
The Moabite Stone and the Story of Ruth
Scholars have long debated the existence of the Moabites until the discovery of the Moabite stone in 1868. Frederick Klein, a travelling medical missionary, first made the discovery. It was then further investigated by a French archaeologist, Charles Clermont-Ganneau. The stele was inscribed with a message from King Mahesa of Moab, who is also mentioned in the biblical book of Kings. One of the most touching stories about a Moabite is found in the Book of Ruth. It’s a story of heartbreak, inspiration, and restitution. Join us this week as we dig deeper into this fascinating story.
The Black Box
The tragic plane crash that claimed the life of Reverend Hubert Warren remained a mystery, but nearly two decades later, his son, David Warren, set out to change that. Inspired by his childhood fascination with radios and recording devices, he invented the flight data recorder, now known as the black box—a device that would revolutionise air safety. However, his groundbreaking idea was initially met with resistance, as pilots feared it would invade their privacy. Despite the pushback, Warren persisted, and his invention eventually became a mandatory feature on all commercial flights worldwide. But why was it originally rejected? How did a simple childhood gift spark one of the most important aviation breakthroughs? And why is the “black box” actually bright orange? Join us as we uncover the incredible story behind this life-saving invention.
Mary of Magdala
In her desperate search for freedom, Mary of Magdala was drawn to Jesus’ inspirational message. It changed her life and got rid of her demons. She witnessed the Crucifixion. She was present at the tomb. She was the first person to see Jesus alive after His resurrection, and the first to tell others about it. But still, we seem to know so little about Mary of Magdala. To find out more, watch our program Mary of Magdala.
