Genesis 39:4
And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.
Cross-reference
In Genesis 39:21, this same favor recurs when Joseph gains favor in the prison, showing God's consistent blessing.
In Genesis 39:22, Joseph is again put in charge—this time over the prison—mirroring his stewardship under Potiphar.
In Genesis 41:40, Pharaoh sets Joseph over his entire house, directly echoing his earlier role under Potiphar.
In Genesis 41:41, Joseph is set over all Egypt, expanding the stewardship pattern from Potiphar's house.
In Genesis 18:3, Abraham uses the same 'found favor in your sight' idiom when addressing divine visitors, showing a common Hebrew expression.
In Genesis 19:19, Lot uses the same phrase to plead with angels, another instance of the idiom for seeking mercy.
Genesis 43:16 shows Joseph later commanding his steward — reflecting his own earlier role as trusted steward.
In Genesis 15:2, Eliezer is steward of Abram's house, similar to Joseph's role over Potiphar's household.
In Genesis 24:2, Abraham's oldest servant is entrusted with his household, paralleling Joseph's trusted oversight.
1 Kings 18:3 describes Obadiah, steward of Ahab's house — a direct parallel to Joseph being over Potiphar's house.
Luke 19:17 rewards faithful stewardship with authority over cities — mirroring Joseph's promotion for faithfulness.
Proverbs 22:29 says a skilled man will stand before kings—Joseph's skill led him to Pharaoh's court.
Proverbs 27:18 says one who cares for his master will be honored—Joseph's faithful service brought honor.
Proverbs 14:35 says a wise servant gains the king's favor—Joseph's favor with Potiphar exemplifies this.
Proverbs 17:2 describes a wise servant ruling over a shameful son—Joseph's rise from servant to ruler fits.
Proverbs 16:7 states the principle: pleasing God leads to peace with enemies, which Joseph's favor with Potiphar exemplifies.