Genesis 45:9 Now hurry back to my father and say to him, ‘This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of all Egypt. Come down to me; don’t delay.
What a spectacular way to resolve this situation–allegations of lying and cheating, past evil deeds (selling your brother into slavery), entrapping the youngest to test the others…Joseph being alive and in a position to save the rest of the family from five years of famine is quite the surprise. The brothers didn’t even know to pray for this solution.
Genesis 45:10 You shall live in the region of Goshen and be near me—you, your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and all you have.
I’ve been in situations where I have pleaded with God over a situation. I’ve seen Him answer my prayers in a spectacular manner. I’ve seen Him leave doors firmly closed that I was positive He would open. I’ve turned situations over to Him that I still have no idea how He resolved, I just knew it was absolutely out of my hands and I had to let it go.
Genesis 45:11 I will provide for you there, because five years of famine are still to come. Otherwise you and your household and all who belong to you will become destitute.’
Precious Savior, Sometimes it is so hard for me to put things in Your hands and say, “Thy will be done.” I know that’s ridiculous, but it’s true. Forgive me that I want things handled my way. Help me to trust You–always and in every situation. I know You are sovereign and You love me fiercely. I know You are working all things to my good and Your glory. Help me to trust, Lord. Help me. Amen.
Genesis 45:12 “You can see for yourselves, and so can my brother Benjamin, that it is really I who am speaking to you.
Have a blessed day.