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Genesis 21:22
And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phichol the chief captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, Godis with thee in all that thou doest:

Genesis 26:24,28
And the LORD appeared unto him the same night, and said, Iam the God of Abraham thy father: fear not, for Iam with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abraham's sake…

Genesis 30:27,30
And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes,tarry: for I have learned by experience that the LORD hath blessed me for thy sake…

prosper.

Genesis 39:23
The keeper of the prison looked not to any thingthat was under his hand; because the LORD was with him, andthat which he did, the LORD madeit to prosper.

Genesis 30:27
And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes,tarry: for I have learned by experience that the LORD hath blessed me for thy sake.

Joshua 1:7,8
Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from itto the right hand orto the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest…

that the LORD was with him
The presence of the LORD with Joseph is a recurring theme in his life, signifying divine favor and blessing. This phrase highlights the covenant relationship between God and His people, as seen throughout the Old Testament. It echoes God's promise to be with His chosen ones, similar to His presence with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This divine presence is a type of Christ, who is called "Immanuel," meaning "God with us" (Matthew 1:23).

and made him prosper
Joseph's prosperity is attributed directly to the LORD's intervention, not merely his own abilities. This reflects the biblical principle that true success comes from God. It also foreshadows the prosperity of Israel in Egypt, as God fulfills His promises to Abraham about his descendants. The prosperity here is both material and spiritual, indicating God's comprehensive blessing.

in all he did
This phrase underscores the totality of God's blessing on Joseph's endeavors. It suggests that Joseph's faithfulness and integrity in his work were met with divine favor, aligning with the biblical principle that God rewards those who diligently seek Him (Hebrews 11:6). This comprehensive success prefigures the ultimate success of Jesus Christ, who perfectly accomplished the Father's will in all He did.

Potiphar, a seasoned Egyptian official, could not miss what was happening in his own household.

• He observed visible results—order, growth, and efficiency (Genesis 39:4).

• God’s work in a believer’s life is intended to be noticed (Matthew 5:16;1 Peter 2:12).

• Similar recognition occurred with Laban and Jacob (Genesis 30:27), reminding us that unbelievers may discern divine favor even if they do not yet understand it.

The text states this fact literally, echoingGenesis 39:2 and foreshadowingGenesis 39:21.

• God’s covenant presence was the distinguishing mark of Joseph’s life, just as it later was for Samuel (1 Samuel 3:19) and David (1 Samuel 18:14).

•Acts 7:9–10 confirms that “God was with him and delivered him out of all his troubles.”

• The promise persists for every believer: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you” (Isaiah 43:2).

The prosperity described is comprehensive—spiritual, relational, and material.

• Scripture presents prosperity as a direct outcome of God’s favor and obedience (Deuteronomy 29:9;Joshua 1:8).

• Joseph’s work ethic and integrity became channels for blessing (Colossians 3:23–24).

•Psalm 1:3 portrays the righteous as “a tree planted by streams of water… whatever he does prospers,” a fitting picture of Joseph’s flourishing stewardship.

Genesis 39:3 teaches that unmistakable evidence of God’s presence and blessing can shine through the everyday labor of His people. Potiphar saw Joseph’s success, recognized the LORD’s hand, and trusted him with greater responsibility. When believers walk faithfully, God’s favor is both real and observable, turning ordinary tasks into testimonies of His power and goodness.