16 He brought famine to the land.He took away their food supply.
17 He sent a man ahead of them.He sent Joseph, who was sold as a slave.
18 They hurt his feet with shackles,and cut into his neck with an iron collar.
19 The Lord’s promise tested him through fiery trialsuntil his prediction came true.
20 The king sent someone to release him.The ruler of nations set him free.
21 He made Joseph the master of his palaceand the ruler of all his possessions.
22 Joseph trained the king’s officers the way he wantedand taught his respected leaders wisdom.