Intro - One of the most remarkable characters in the Bible is Joseph. Every child who is brought up in Sunday School learns the story of Joseph and the coat of many colors. That is our passage today, and we will see 3 key things that shaped the life of this outstanding young man.

• He was Especially LOVED by his Father - Vs.1-3



• He was Especially Hated by His Brothers - Vs. 4-18



• He Was Especially Preserved By His God - Vs. 19-36

Conclusion - Despite his very difficult childhood, God had His hand upon Joseph, and he had a wonderful plan for his life. Instead of rebelling against God, Joseph trusted God and yielded himself to Him, which enabled him to be a beautiful testimony to the amazing grace and power of his sovereign God.

- Have you trusted in Christ for your eternal salvation? ...

- Have you yielded to Christ for a life of fruitful service? ...