13. They went from one nation to another.They went from one kingdom to another.
14. But the Lord did not let anyone hurt them.He warned kings not to harm them.
15. He said, “Don’t hurt my chosen people.Don’t harm my prophets.”
16. God ordered a time of hunger in the land.And he destroyed all the food.
17. Then he sent a man ahead of them.It was Joseph, who was sold as a slave.
18. They put chains around his feetand an iron ring around his neck.
19. Then the time he had spoken of came.The Lord’s words proved that Joseph was right.
20. The king of Egypt sent for Joseph and freed him.The ruler of the people set him free.
21. He made him the master of his house.Joseph was in charge of his riches.
22. He could order the princes as he wished.He taught the older men to be wise.
23. Then his father Israel came to Egypt.Jacob, also called Israel, lived in Egypt.
24. The Lord made his people grow in number.He made them stronger than their enemies.