The Beginning and Meaning of Everything that Matters Introduction: Main Idea: The blessing of God’s faithful fulfillment of his Word/Promises/Covenant, to his people, stands in stark contrast to the rest of the world. Literary Outline: Genesis 47:1-6 Joseph presents his brothers before Pharaoh Genesis 47:7-12 Joseph presents his father before Pharaoh Genesis 47:13-26 Egypt presents themselves before Joseph Genesis 47:27-31 Jacob presents himself before Joseph Explanation: Genesis 47:1-6 Genesis 47:7-12 Genesis 47:13-26 Genesis 47:27-31 Response: