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Israel did not want to send his beloved son Benjamin to Egypt. But the food they brought back from Egypt was now gone, and the famine was still severe. The brothers had to return for food. Judah spoke up. He guaranteed Benjamin’s safety. Judah was not trustworthy in the past, but at this time Israel sent Benjamin with Judah. Judah was not the man he had been. He had earned his father’s trust. God was working to make Judah anew.
Israel sent his sons off with a prayer and with many gifts, including the money they brought back from their first trip. Joseph organized a huge meal. He also sent word through his steward that it was God who had given them back their silver. Joseph inquired about his father. When he heard that Jacob was alive and well, and when he saw his own brother Benjamin, Joseph was overcome with emotion. However, upon returning he did not reveal himself. He served the brothers in order of their ages, and he multiplied Benjamin’s portion. Joseph served God. He watched to see if God was healing the jealousy that had consumed his brothers. Prayer: Lord, only you provide life and healing. Help me to serve you with hope that you will give new life.
One Word: Serve God’s life-giving purpose
Israel sent his sons off with a prayer and with many gifts, including the money they brought back from their first trip. Joseph organized a huge meal. He also sent word through his steward that it was God who had given them back their silver. Joseph inquired about his father. When he heard that Jacob was alive and well, and when he saw his own brother Benjamin, Joseph was overcome with emotion. However, upon returning he did not reveal himself. He served the brothers in order of their ages, and he multiplied Benjamin’s portion. Joseph served God. He watched to see if God was healing the jealousy that had consumed his brothers. Prayer: Lord, only you provide life and healing. Help me to serve you with hope that you will give new life.
One Word: Serve God’s life-giving purpose