Genesis 45:17 Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Tell your brothers, ‘Do this: Load your animals and return to the land of Canaan,
Not going to lie…Today I feel a little like “Good Grief. Are we still here?” We have been dealing with Joseph and his brothers for a very, very long time. That thought reminds me of a mug I saw in a store recently that said, “In the waiting, God is working.” That got me thinking.
Genesis 45:18 and bring your father and your families back to me. I will give you the best of the land of Egypt and you can enjoy the fat of the land.’
I believe we serve a loving God. I also believe that He is very intentional, so if we are still tiptoeing through this family saga, there’s a reason. Letting go of anger? Resolving family issues? Leaning in to trust? If we look closely, He will speak to each of us exactly where we are.
Genesis 45:19 “You are also directed to tell them, ‘Do this: Take some carts from Egypt for your children and your wives, and get your father and come.
Precious Savior, Thank You for speaking to us through scripture. Help me to seek You, to see You each morning as I study Your word. Be with each of us reading this reflection and help us to discern what You need us to understand in this scripture. Thank You. Amen.
Genesis 45:20 Never mind about your belongings, because the best of all Egypt will be yours.’ ”
Have a blessed day.