This blog post is based off of Genesis 41:41-57 from the "New Women's Devotional Bible".
We all know the story of Joseph and how his own brother's sold him into slavery. We have heard it many times and know that it took about 15 years for things to turn around for him and he was given power in Egypt. His story is one where we see God slowly working in his life - it may have taken time, but we clearly see God's hand throughout the entire thing.
Life is full of difficulties. Looking back on life events, you can guarantee that you will remember difficult moments and hard times.
When I think back on my life, there are times that were very difficult. There were times of death, hurt and pain, disappointment, frustration. All these times were hard to overcome, but one thing I do know is that God was shaping me. He was using those hard times that sin was creating, and using them to shape my life and character.
Some of us may be going through hopeless situations right now. Life may seem dim, and times may be very hard. I know that there is much hurt in this world, and even more tragedy that surrounds us. But through it all, I know that there is a God who is working. It may be a silent work, or even a slow work like Joseph's, but He is working to get you and me through.
Fanny Crosby is one lady who went through many trials and still found hope to praise God. She wrote many songs we still sing today, on of them being "To God Be the Glory". I'm not sure if everyone knows it, but it is a beautiful song with a great message. I encourage those of you who know it to sing it this morning! It will remind you of the silent-worker, God, who is constantly working behind the scenes to carry you through.
"Everything has its wonders, even darkness and silence, and I learn, whatever state I may be in, therein to be content." Helen Adams Keller
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