Scripture to Read: Genesis 41:25-37
God continually worked in and through Joseph because Joseph chose to follow God, even when his circumstances were far from perfect. As Joseph had been brought before Pharaoh, he was ready to be used by God again to share the interpretation God would give to him. So, Pharaoh shared his dreams with Joseph, hoping to get an answer to what his dreams meant. As only God could do, God gave Joseph the meaning of the two dreams. So, Joseph told Pharaoh that his dreams had the same meaning. Joseph, by God alone, told Pharaoh there was coming seven years of plenty in all the land, and then there would be seven years of famine. Joseph also told Pharaoh that God had repeated the dreams because God was letting Pharaoh know that God determined the matter and that He would bring all of this about quickly. Then God led Joseph to say to Pharaoh, in Genesis 41:33,“ Now let Pharaoh look for a man discerning and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.” God did not stop there, but He led Joseph to lay out the specific plan of harvesting and storing the grain during the seven years of plenty in Genesis 41:33-36, so Pharaoh would be able to take care of all the people. Pharaoh, of course, loved the plan. When we are willing to listen to God and follow His plan no matter what comes our way, we can rest and trust in Him and His perfect plan.
Challenge & Application
1. What did God teach you today about trusting Him and His handiwork in the plans He has for you?
2. How are you daily seeking God’s face and His Word so that you do not miss what He has planned for you each day?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!