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A very long time ago truth ruled in Egypt, no longer dressed in a shepherd's multicoloured coat, but wearing the royal robes of a prime minister. As we study the life of this remarkable man, Joseph, we'll discover that he was the embodiment of some of the most significant truths in all of Scripture. When faced with a temptation that could have destroyed his character, he resisted and ran. When mistreated, misunderstood, and forgotten, he forgave. When discouraged and lonely, he remained faithful and upbeat. When promoted to prominence, he maintained his humility. From one chapter to the next, you will literally shake your head in amazement.
That's the way it is when mere humanity personifies divine truth. May this series become alive and practical in your life.
When it comes to temptation, our culture offers very little motivation to resist it. More often than not, we hear the voices yelling, “Give in! You deserve to be happy!” Truly, yielding to temptation is much easier than resisting it. Joseph provides a sterling example of one who could have cuddled lust and enjoyed its warm embrace but instead chose to resist its persistent, alluring offer in favour of righteousness.
The biography of Joseph is nothing short of remarkable, occupying as much or more space in Genesis than the biographies of Adam, Noah, Abraham, or even his father, Jacob. Joseph emerges from the pages of Scripture as a man with whom most of us can identify. Over his long life, Joseph responded to broken dreams and impossible circumstances with a faith that propelled him from the pit of slavery to the pinnacle of power.
Your personal nourishment is crucial during times of storm. In panic moments, you'll cut a corner on your meals. You'll also fail to get sufficient sleep. It won't be long before you will set aside prayer altogether and you'll find yourself drained, spiritually. Increased emotional pain mixed with decreased spiritual renewal can be lethal to your faith.
