Bible Reading: Genesis 45-47, John 11:38-57
Reel Thoughts
So many questions...First of all, did you notice how Joseph's reunion goes with his family? The same brothers who sold him in to slavery, Joseph is able to spare their lives from famine, and even bring them up to a higher standard of living because of his position of promise. Talk about payback! And the attitude with which he did it, Joseph completely restored his family to dignity, despite their past, because he finally understood God's greater purpose behind his struggle. That's maturity.
As for the New Testament reading, every time Jesus gives the people another reason to believe, the "establishment" who has something to lose (power) moves closer to wanting to kill him. But Jesus knows this, so He's not worried. He's just biding His time.
That seems to be the theme in today's reading. After a long time coming, Joseph finally saw the culmination of his dreams. Jesus, meanwhile keeps giving people reasons to believe while they wait to see the full manifestation of His glory. What are you doing, thinking about, listening to, believing, hoping for, praying...etc while you're biding your time?
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