Week 36, Day 2: Joseph is remembered

Today’s Reading:  Genesis 41:1-57

Some thoughts from the reading…

After Joseph has been a prisoner for another two years, Pharaoh has a dream that needs to be interpreted.  But no one can interpret it.  Then the cup bearer speaks to Pharaoh regarding Joseph.  It seems very unjust that this man forgets all about Joseph until now but he indicates in his speech perhaps why he had not spoken before.  “I would make mention today of my own offenses.”  The man was weary of mentioning how he had offended Pharaoh so much.  Understanding things from his stand point makes it more understandable for him to forget about mentioning Joseph before now.  I know how hard it is to remember to look at things from someone else’s point of view first, before becoming angry.  But with understanding we often can react appropriately.

Joseph’s rise to power is a clear indication of providence.  God caused the dream.  God showed the interpretation to Joseph and God made it possible for Joseph to serve as a ruler in Egypt.  Joseph reflects a continued dedication to God by saying that it isn’t in him to give the interpretation but that God will give Pharaoh a favorable answer.  Later we also see him naming his children in a way that he recognizes what God has done for him.  What a great lesson in dedication to God, a lack of bitterness, and integrity. 

Question:  What qualities do you see exhibited by Joseph through his trial so far?

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