Joseph Tests His Brothers: The Silver Cup and Judah’s Plea

In this dramatic reading of Genesis Chapter 44, Joseph sets in motion the most intense test yet for his brothers. By placing his silver cup in Benjamin’s sack, Joseph creates a crisis that forces his brothers to face their past guilt, loyalty, and integrity.
What follows is one of the greatest speeches in the entire Bible — Judah’s emotional plea — showing transformation, responsibility, and sacrificial love.
✨ Highlights from Genesis 44:
• Joseph commands his steward to fill the brothers’ sacks and hide his silver cup in Benjamin’s bag.
• The brothers are overtaken and searched — and the cup is found.
• They tear their clothes in grief and return to Joseph’s house.
• Joseph declares Benjamin must stay as his slave.
• Judah steps forward, offering himself in Benjamin’s place.
• Judah’s speech reveals repentance, love, and a changed heart.
Genesis 44 sets the stage for one of the most beautiful reunions in Scripture, showing themes of redemption, transformation, brotherhood, and divine purpose.
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