In Genesis 44:7, the brothers exclaim 'God forbid' — verse 8 then gives their reason, forming a continuous argument.

In Genesis 42:21, the brothers confess guilt over Joseph, providing background to their current claim of honesty about returning money.

In Genesis 42:27, one brother discovers money in his sack — the event they now reference to prove their integrity.

In Genesis 42:35, all find money in sacks; this earlier fear contrasts with their current protest of innocence.

In Genesis 43:12, Jacob instructs them to return the previous money — the very money they now say they brought back.

In Genesis 43:21, the brothers tell the steward about finding and returning the money — directly echoed in their speech here.

In Genesis 43:22, they explain bringing double money — the same reasoning they use now to show they are trustworthy.