Genesis 39:21-23
New International Version (NIV)
21 the Lord was with him; he showed him kindness and granted him favor in the eyes of the prison warden. 22 So the warden put Joseph in charge of all those held in the prison, and he was made responsible for all that was done there. 23 The warden paid no attention to anything under Joseph’s care, because the Lord was with Joseph and gave him success in whatever he did.
As a prisoner and slave, Joseph could have seen his situation as hopeless. Instead, he did his best with each small task given him. His diligence and positive attitude were soon noticed by the warden, who promoted him to prison administrator. Are you facing a seemingly hopeless predicament? At work, at home, or at school, follow Joseph's example by taking each small task and doing your best. Remember how God turned Joseph's situation around. He can see your efforts and can even reverse overwhelming odds.
Pastor Brad Keller of Journey Church in Vermont taught me a Bible principle a few years back that helped me understand Joseph's life. That principle was "The favor of God results in the favor of man." It was obvious that Joseph had God's favor.
Joe
As a prisoner and slave, Joseph could have seen his situation as hopeless. Instead, he did his best with each small task given him. His diligence and positive attitude were soon noticed by the warden, who promoted him to prison administrator. Are you facing a seemingly hopeless predicament? At work, at home, or at school, follow Joseph's example by taking each small task and doing your best. Remember how God turned Joseph's situation around. He can see your efforts and can even reverse overwhelming odds.
Pastor Brad Keller of Journey Church in Vermont taught me a Bible principle a few years back that helped me understand Joseph's life. That principle was "The favor of God results in the favor of man." It was obvious that Joseph had God's favor.
Joe
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