From Abraham to Joseph, certain people seem to be specially favored by a parent and by God. Jacob is one of those favored people, who prospers despite his many questionable actions.
Scripture References: Genesis 28-34
Reuben is the oldest son of Jacob. He tells of Jacob's return to Canaan along with his wives, concubines, and children. God changes Jacob's name to Israel.
Scripture References: Genesis 35-38
Joseph explains that he was the favored child of his father, Israel. He tells of his brothers' betrayal, his life as a slave, and his rise to being the second most powerful man in Egypt.
Scripture References: Genesis 39-41
Benjamin is the youngest son of Israel. He explains why his father over-protects him. During a wide-spread famine, Benjamin and his brothers go to Egypt to beg for food from a surprising source. The family moves to Egypt.
Scripture References: Genesis 42-50
