Overcoming Bitterness, Lesson 5. I. Gn. 45:3-11A. Relationships move forward through the power of forgiveness1. God’s work in Joseph’s life was for the sake of Egypt.2. Through this work in Joseph’s life others would benefit, including Joseph’s family.B. “I am Joseph” is a powerful moment of revelation of him to his brothers.1. It was based on all God had done in his life to this point.2. He could have responded to his brothers in bitterness but instead, chose to respond out of God’s plan for his life.3. A second chance had been given to the brothers.C. From the cross, Jesus gives the human race a “2nd chance” as well.1. “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do…”2. Jesus chose to respond out of His Father’s plan.II. Gn. 45:5-8A. Joseph acknowledges it was all God’s plan  ...