In today's reading, Joseph reveals his identity to his family and Pharaoh invites Jacob and his sons to live in Egypt, making the Lord’s gracious provision and redemptive purposes evident—and offering us a reminder that even long seasons of pain are never wasted.
Before you begin
Ask the Lord to give you a fresh sense of wonder as you read His Word. Pray for understanding and for an open, humble, obedient heart to receive what He wants to say to you.
Read
Review
Write a sentence or two about what you've just read. This could be a summary of the passage or an observation or highlight that stood out to you.
Reflect
Are you holding on to resentment where God may be offering you the freedom of forgiveness and perspective?
"Joseph was able to see the hand of God in times of adversity as well as in times of prosperity. He realized that the purposes of God were of much greater importance than his personal comfort. Therefore, he was able to forgive and bless those who mistreated him." —Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth1
Respond
Write a short prayer, based on today’s reading. This could include praise, gratitude, personal confession, agreement with the truth, or a request for yourself or someone else.
1Seeking Him, p. 177
Takeaway Thought
What key verse or insight will you take with you into your day?