The
Vineyard- September 20, 2015
I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me
and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do
nothing. – John 15:5
Genesis 41:37-57
Pray
for God to speak to you through the reading of His word.
Read
the passage.
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Qualified by God
o
One of the reasons Joseph was
qualified was that he saw not only problems, but solutions as well. Are you someone who dwells on the problem, or
do you also work to think of a solution?
o
The main reason Joseph was the man
for the God was that he relied on the power of God, and did so openly. Do you depend more on your own talents, or on
God’s guidance and blessing as you live your life for him?
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From Tribulation to Triumph
o
Joseph’s path to triumph and high
office in Egypt began with his brothers selling him into slavery. What difficulties or suffering has God used
in your life?
o
Joseph changes social station and
physical location, all through God’s providence. Do we trust that God can redeem our lives and
make something good out of them, even after we have messed them up?
o
When
Joseph becomes a father, the names he gives his children indicate that he is
finally able to put his sufferings behind him.
Do we recognize God’s blessings for their ability to release from us the
burden of the past? Do we dwell more on
what we have faced in the past, or how God is using us and blessing us in the
present?
Consider how God has gifted you,
and seek to use those talents and gifts to serve those around you, addressing
the challenges faced by your community.
Thank God for bringing you through
the tribulations of life, and look forward to the triumph that we will enjoy in
Christ.
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