He sent a man before them—Joseph, sold as a slave.
Psalm 105:17
Do you ever
hear yourself thinking or even saying, “life is just not fair?" Others around
you seem to have more, do more, seem happier, and things just seem to be going
right for everyone else but you. If you haven’t thought it, it’s pretty sure
that the children around you have said it.
The story
of Joseph is familiar to many. He was blessed with wisdom and a spirit of
confidence. His father, Jacob, gave him a beautiful, colorful coat. His jealous
brothers threw him into a pit and then sold him as a slave to Egyptians.
His
personal relationship with God enabled him to survive difficult circumstances
and ultimately to prosper.
While he
was serving as chief of staff in a wealthy household, he was falsely accused
and thrown into prison. He passed this test of his character with flying colors
and ultimately became the ruler of Egypt.
Our
scripture today reminds us that these trying times were not accidental.
Joseph’s journey was God’s plan. When his character was tested, (Psalm 105:19)
he was faithful.
Are you in
a prison? Are you enslaved by poor choices? By an addiction? By dishonesty? Do
you question whether God will do as He has promised?
God knows
where we are today. He knows His plans for us. He has plans for us as He did
for Joseph. Consider your prison and trust Him.
Our loving
Father has a purpose for whatever He allows in our life. We likely won’t see
it, understand it, or like it, but if we have confessed Him as Lord and
Saviour, we can step back and let Him handle it.
I have told you these things, so
that in me, you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take
heart! I have overcome the world (John 16:33).
Doesn’t
that encourage you? Cheer up! It’s a done deal.
Lynda
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