This Fall, GCC will journey through Genesis 37-50 with the family of Jacob, a father, and his sons, as God's providential hand is vividly on display in the life of one of Jacob's younger sons, Joseph. We meet him as a 17-year-old young man quarreling with his brothers, but quickly, he is tossed into a pit and then thrown into prison. He ultimately enters the palace of Pharaoh. His position in the palace magnifies the power of divine intervention in Joseph's life. We learn what was meant for evil; God meant it for good!
Waiting is often a difficult and frustrating experience, but the story of Joseph in Genesis 40 provides profound insights into how we can 'win the wait' by trusting in God's timing and faithfulness. Joseph, sold into slavery by his brothers and later imprisoned due to false accusations, spent thirteen years in Egypt, much of it in prison. Despite these hardships, Joseph remained faithful to God, interpreting dreams for Pharaoh's cupbearer and baker, even though the cupbearer forgot him for two more years. Joseph's unwavering faith teaches us several key lessons: trust in God's timing, maintain a close relationship with God through prayer and scripture, avoid bitterness and anger, and surrender our worries to God daily. By reflecting on these principles and applying them to our own periods of waiting, we can develop a deeper trust in God's perfect plan and timing for our lives.
