GOD RULES IN THE KINGDOMS OF MEN
For two years, the butler forgot Joseph. Sold and abandoned by family.
Imprisoned by a woman's lie after doing the right thing. Hope, which
seemed so bright with the promise of the butler, shattered by days,
weeks, months and even years of forgetfulness. Seemingly,... [ Continue Reading ]
PHARAOH CALLED FOR JOSEPH
Naturally, Pharaoh sent for the Hebrew who had interpreted the dreams
of his servants in prison. Joseph cleaned up, shaved the hair of his
head and put on fresh clothing and approached the ruler of Egypt.
Joseph's answer when Pharaoh said he had heard Joseph could interpre... [ Continue Reading ]
PHARAOH APPOINTS JOSEPH
There was obvious wisdom seen in the interpretation and suggestions
offered by Joseph. Pharaoh realized such wisdom could only come from
God who was clearly with this Hebrew. So, he appointed him grand
vizier, or prime minister, which made him the most powerful man in
Egypt... [ Continue Reading ]
WHEN JOSEPH RULED IN EGYPT
Joseph immediately caused storehouses to be built in the cities. A
twenty percent tax was collected from the abundant harvest. The grain
collected was so bountiful, they ceased to number the amount. During
that time, Joseph's first son was born. He named him Manasseh, whi... [ Continue Reading ]