COMMENTARY

Old Testament: Genesis 45:1-15
Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, who have come to Egypt to secure food during the famine. Rather than seeking revenge, he sees God's gracious hand in his brothers' treachery. Joseph openly wept for joy and reveals his plan to provide for his entire family in Egypt. This ends the cycle of stories from Genesis.

Old Testament: Isaiah 56:1-7
The prophet foresees a time when foreigners would be included in God's covenant. God's holy temple will be a house for all peoples (v. 7).

Epistle: Romans 11:13-15, 29-32
Paul identifies himself as the apostle to the Gentiles. The Jews have rejected Christ and so the gospel has been extended to the Gentiles. This does not indicate that God has rejected his people, for God's call is irrevocable. It is thro…