"So then, it was not you who sent me here, but God. He made me father to Pharaoh, lord of his entire household and ruler of all Egypt." Genesis 45:18 Blaming is something that many people love to do. People, things, circumstances and God are blamed for what is occurring or has occurred in a... Continue Reading →
Genesis 43:16 Treat Your Enemies With Love
When Joseph saw Benjamin with them, he said to the steward of his house, "Take these men to my house, slaughter an animal and prepare a meal; they are to eat with me at noon." Genesis 43:16 Every person has someone who is an enemy to them, someone who is out to harm them in... Continue Reading →
Genesis 42:22 There Will Be An Accounting
Reuben replied, "Didn't I tell you not to sin against the boy? But you wouldn't listen! Now we must give an accounting for his blood." Genesis 42:22 Believing that one has the freedom to do whatever he wants and get away with it is common among most people. This belief increases when something is done... Continue Reading →
Genesis 41:16 I Cannot, But God Can
"I cannot do it," Joseph replied to Pharaoh, "but God will give Pharaoh the answer he desires." Genesis 41:16 Thinking that one can do anything on his own is a common view of many people. Very few people like the feeling of needing help to get something accomplished. Unless someone does not want to do... Continue Reading →
Genesis 40:23 Forgetting Those Who Helped
The chief cupbearer, however, did not remember Joseph; he forgot him. Genesis 40:23 Nearly every time something is extremely important to a person, he will remember it. People will often do what it takes to remember something important, leaving notes, setting alarms, etc. Other times there are things that are not considered to be very... Continue Reading →