Laura J. Davis

Read Genesis:41-57;  Romans 8:28:30

When Joseph's brothers conspired to sell him into slavery, they had no idea their actions would one day eventually save them all from a famine that came upon the whole world. Before that happened however, Joseph had to endure a lot from the hands of his brothers, from being sold into slavery, to false accusations, to imprisonment for 13 years! But, God had a plan. He blessed Joseph with wisdom and Joseph rose in prominence in Pharaoh's kingdom until he was in charge of the whole land of Egypt, second only to Pharaoh.

Sometimes we cannot see God at work when we are beset with troubles or sickness. We are often too close to the situation and like Joseph, it may be years before we realize that we were being prepared for something greater. Unfortunately, we can often become discouraged and lose faith that God is even hearing our prayers. Take heart! He is very aware of what you are going through right now and while you may not be able to see where your momentary troubles are leading, God sees it all. Rest in the knowledge that He is preparing you not only for work in His kingdom, but for the day when you will meet Him face to face.

Joseph trusted in God everyday. He did not lose his faith, but rested in the fact that God knew him, loved him and was aware of his situation. God knows your situation too. Trust Him...He has great things planned for you.

Jeremiah 29:11 - "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord. "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future."