Overcoming Being Forgotten Genesis 39:21–23; 40:5–8, 20–23 Joseph Continued to Use His God-Given Abilities. (39:21–23) Joseph has sunk a degree lower, from slave to prisoner. But he remains protected by God’s presence and care, which gives Joseph the protection and assurance he needs. Joseph is not shielded from distress but he is protected with God’s faithfulness and God’s peace. There…