A Message for Me

A few weeks ago the pastor at our church shared a message that involved the story of Joseph who was sold into Egypt. I’ve heard the story many times but on this day I heard it in a profound way that I knew was a message just for me.

I thought of the relationship between Joseph and his brothers and the many different personalities, the favortism, the anger and the end results. I was convicted about times that I have complained about my own siblings and spoke about them with others.

God led me to Psalm 50 which in summary says that God alone is the judge. He spoke against the wicked who speak about God’s laws but don’t follow them. They speak continually against their siblings and in so doing, cast God’s words behind them.

God had a Divine purpose for Joseph that resulted in the saving of his entire family. We don’t know God’s plans and when we start judging others and our circumstances by our own limited understanding, we are dwelling in the enemy’s territory.

God provides a better way. Trust Him. Follow Him. Obey Him. Sacrifice thank offerings to God, fulfill your vows to the Most High, and call on me in the day of trouble.  I will deliver you, and you will honor me. – Psalm 50:14-15