from Day by Day with the Persecuted Church, Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more. (Genesis 37:5) Pharaoh said to Joseph, I had a dream, and no one can interpret it. But I have heard it said of you that when you have a dream you can interpret it. I cannot do it, Joseph replied to Pharaoh, but God will give Pharaoh the answer he desires. (Genesis 41: 15, 16) Joseph Dreams are empty, the saying goes. Thats how it seemed in Josephs life. His brothers did not bow down before him, as he had dreamt; instead he had to bow deeply before them. No respect, but rejection. No throne but a prison. His dream world collapsed. Thirteen difficult years of imprisonment followed. From the age of seventeen until the age of thirty. What could have been the best years of his young life became the most difficult ones. He could have asked (and maybe he did!) What about my dreams? In spite of all these broken dreams he remained faithful to God. No regrets, only service. Instead of complaining he proclaimed the greatness of God. Instead of dreaming about his past, he explained the dreams of others regarding the future. His many years of imprisonment excelled in faithfulness, purity and servitude. As a result he was victorious despite the circumstances. …the Lord was with Joseph and gave him success in whatever he did (Genesis 39:23). Victorious living will always be the reward for those who live up to Gods standards. Why should you not be that person? Copyright 1995 Open Doors International. Used by permission.
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