The Days of Joseph

By: John Noble

Narrated by: Jarret Lemaster

Joseph’s family just started a war they’re going to lose.

Two days ago, his half-sister Dinah was kidnapped and raped by the prince of the city of Shechem. Now Joseph is trapped between his brothers, clamoring for an attack on the walled fortress, and his father, who knows they can’t win.

As the badly bullied youngest brother, Joseph would rather not die for a lost cause. However, he may not have much say. When two of his brothers launch a vicious raid on the city to rescue Dinah, Joseph’s world is plunged into chaos.

As the aftershocks of the battle tear through their camp, news of the treacherous attack spreads. Shechem is an influential city, and soon Joseph’s family find themselves surrounded by enemies on every side. In desperation, they flee south, to Bethel, risking the dangerous journey to reach a place where Joseph’s father Jacob believes that God himself will come to their aid.

Except, there’s a reason they haven’t been to Bethel before. Joseph’s father has his own secrets, a promise made to God before Joseph was even born, one that could cost far more than they’re willing to give.

But they may not have a choice because as the smoke from the ruins of Shechem drifts skyward, God himself is looking down on them.

Watching and waiting.

And he won’t wait forever.

This is an adaptation of the story of Genesis 34 from the Bible.

©2021 John Noble (P)2023 John Noble

Not the Joseph you’re expecting!

Yeah I was surprised by what DAYS these actually were- and it was awesome to have a new appreciation for a lesser known time of Joseph. I hope the author writes more!

Great Story telling!

I love how he doesn’t shy away from the good and the bad of each person. He adds layers through plausible fictional characters while matching beats in the beloved biblical account.

The Days of Joseph

I truly love the way you tell the story
It brings it to life! For all who read it. No one thinks of the basics of josephs life before the coat.

Fabulous!

I love everything about the story… Being reminded of Bible stories, that I learned as a child, the colorful details to make the story, life, and the narrator is just splendid!

Loved it!

Nice breath of fresh air and short break from the intense bible study, I’ve been doing