The deeds we do for the world are fleeting but those we do for the Lord are eternal

Then a new king, to whom Joseph meant nothing, came to power in Egypt. Exodus 1:8 One day the deeds we do on earth will be forgotten on earth, but those we do for the Lord will be remembered in eternity. Life in Egypt moved on. Joseph and his brothers passed away, but their familiesContinue reading “The deeds we do for the world are fleeting but those we do for the Lord are eternal”

Miracles Happen when we are Least Expecting them.

Israel said to Joseph, “I never expected to see your face again, and now God has allowed me to see your children too.” Genesis 48:11 Here’s a quick synopsis of Joseph’s life: Joseph is born to Rachel, Jacob’s first love; Joseph is the favored son with the special coat out of the 12 brothers; JosephContinue reading “Miracles Happen when we are Least Expecting them.”

Taking Responsibility for the Future by Learning from the Past

Now then, please let your servant remain here as my Lord’s slave in place of the boy, and let the boy return with his brothers. How can I go back to my father if the boy is not with me? No! Do not let me see the misery that would come on my father. GenesisContinue reading “Taking Responsibility for the Future by Learning from the Past”

For every circumstance there is an opportunity to Glorify God.

http://www.instagram.com/tv/CKYlNg9hw_C/ Joseph found himself in multiple hard circumstances, but in every one he chose to be noble, respectful, and honoring to God. And every time, God chose to bless him in the circumstance. We have a choice, what will you choose? * Romans 8 and Genesis 38-40

When our Self is seeking Happiness but our Soul is searching for Joy

Then Leah said, “How happy I am! The women will call me happy.” So she named him Asher.” Genesis 30:13 People, things, events, careers, even activities may bring us momentary Happiness, but Forever Joy comes only from the Lord. Leah and Rachel, sisters, sister wives…nothing in this matrimony situation could be good. Not only isContinue reading “When our Self is seeking Happiness but our Soul is searching for Joy”

Don’t sell your soul for a bowl of soup.

“Jacob replied, “First sell me your birthright.” “Look, I am about to die,” Esau said. “What good is the birthright to me?” Genesis 25:31-32 Isaac and Rebecca had troubles having children, but Isaac prayed for his wife and Rebekah delivered twin boys when Isaac was 60. Having twins, I fully understand that some twins canContinue reading “Don’t sell your soul for a bowl of soup.”