One-minute read.
Many years passed after Joseph’s brothers sold him into slavery. He endured false accusations and prison before finding himself second in command to the Pharoah. When we meet Jacob’s sons, they reunite in Egypt during a great famine. Now in a position of power, Joseph holds the grain his brothers need for survival, and the siblings now realize the brother they betrayed holds their fate in his hands.
“As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today.”
Genesis 50:20
Joseph shows compassion for his brothers, telling them to have no fear; he will provide all they need from the storehouses. During Joseph’s journey, he experienced God’s grace and, as a result, shared it with those who meant him harm, but the Lord used it for good.
Unimaginable situations often become blessings in disguise. In the moment, we can’t see how God could use it for good, but He wastes nothing. Our deepest valleys become wells of grace that transform and teach us things we would never know otherwise.
As Joseph told his brothers, God tells us, “Fear not, I will provide for you.” Trust in your Maker to take care of your needs and pour His comfort and kindness into your life.
Prayer:
Lord,
Thank You for giving us Joseph as an example of using the bad things in life to the good. Please help us remember that You waste nothing, and let us experience Your grace in a fresh way today.
IJNIP. Amen
