FORGIVENESS PAYS OFF
I remember so clearly about three years ago when God revealed to me what it really means to pray for your enemies. He seemed to speak to my heart that I could grow and become like Him through the process, if I would stay focused on Him.
The life of Joseph has always intrigued me because of his heart of forgiveness. To refresh your memory of this story, review this lesson in Genesis chapters 37-50.
1. Joseph was his father's favorite.
2. Joseph had a heart for God, and a desire to obey Him.
3. His brothers were jealous and wanted to kill this "spoiled boy".
4. They decided to sell him into slavery instead.
5. The brothers lied to their father, who was heart broken..
6. God used this sinful act of sinful men to work out His will in Joseph's life.
7. During Joseph's transitioning time, he passed the test.
JOSEPH WAS 17 YEARS OF AGE WHEN HE WAS SOLD INTO SLAVERY.
HE SPENT 13 OF THOSE YEARS AS A SLAVE.
HE SPENT 3 OF THOSE YEARS IN PRISON
AT THE AGE OF 30, THE PICTURE STARTED TAKING FORM.
The Lord was with Joseph in spite of circumstances. Even when people disappointed him over and over, he kept his eyes on God and God alone.
1. It seemed things were not going his way - but they were
2. He had every opportunity to rebel- but he did not
3. He didn't pray for revenge, he chose to live in the moment with God, and the results were:
a. Love
b. Obedience
c. Forgiveness
d. Integrity
If you feel things are not going your way and circumstances are looking bad and have gotten you down,look to God. Make a choice to live in the moment with God as your comforter, counselor and constant companion. JOSEPH LED BY GRACE, SPOKE BY GRACE, FORGAVE BY GRACE, LOVED BY GRACE, REMEMBERED BY GRACE AND PROVIDED BY GRACE.
Love,
Sharon
I remember so clearly about three years ago when God revealed to me what it really means to pray for your enemies. He seemed to speak to my heart that I could grow and become like Him through the process, if I would stay focused on Him.
The life of Joseph has always intrigued me because of his heart of forgiveness. To refresh your memory of this story, review this lesson in Genesis chapters 37-50.
1. Joseph was his father's favorite.
2. Joseph had a heart for God, and a desire to obey Him.
3. His brothers were jealous and wanted to kill this "spoiled boy".
4. They decided to sell him into slavery instead.
5. The brothers lied to their father, who was heart broken..
6. God used this sinful act of sinful men to work out His will in Joseph's life.
7. During Joseph's transitioning time, he passed the test.
JOSEPH WAS 17 YEARS OF AGE WHEN HE WAS SOLD INTO SLAVERY.
HE SPENT 13 OF THOSE YEARS AS A SLAVE.
HE SPENT 3 OF THOSE YEARS IN PRISON
AT THE AGE OF 30, THE PICTURE STARTED TAKING FORM.
The Lord was with Joseph in spite of circumstances. Even when people disappointed him over and over, he kept his eyes on God and God alone.
1. It seemed things were not going his way - but they were
2. He had every opportunity to rebel- but he did not
3. He didn't pray for revenge, he chose to live in the moment with God, and the results were:
a. Love
b. Obedience
c. Forgiveness
d. Integrity
If you feel things are not going your way and circumstances are looking bad and have gotten you down,look to God. Make a choice to live in the moment with God as your comforter, counselor and constant companion. JOSEPH LED BY GRACE, SPOKE BY GRACE, FORGAVE BY GRACE, LOVED BY GRACE, REMEMBERED BY GRACE AND PROVIDED BY GRACE.
Love,
Sharon
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