Scripture Central God Meant it for Good | Genesis 42-50 | Come Follow Me 2026 | John Hilton III | Mar 16-22
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Mar 12, 2026 A lively look at Joseph’s story as a tale of providence and redemption. Themes include Judah’s moral growth and willingness to substitute, tests that reveal repentance, and how suffering can be redeemed over time. Practical counsel on setting moral standards and trusting God’s timing appears alongside prophetic connections between ancient scripture and latter-day seers.
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Joseph's View That Providence Redeems Evil
- Joseph recognizes divine providence: his brothers intended harm but God intended it for good to save many lives.
- Welch emphasizes Joseph's refusal to excuse wrongdoing while still seeing God's greater purposes at work.
Don't Confuse Suffering With Divine Intent
- Avoid assuming every hardship is God's direct plan; instead trust God can redeem pain into good outcomes.
- Welch illustrates with his snowboarding injury and the Provo Cabernacle fire turned temple to show redemption, not causation.
Manuscript Rejections Led To Better Publishing Outcome
- Welch recounts repeatedly rejected teen Q&A manuscripts before they led to better coauthored books published by Deseret Book.
- The delays and rejections ultimately enabled superior production, marketing, and a stronger final outcome.
