Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church in Luverne, MN joins Rev. Brady Finnern to study Genesis 50. Today is the changing of the guard for Thy Strong Word. Pastor Booe will be taking the baton as our new host, and Pastor Finnern is stepping down to focus on his new vocation as Minnesota North District President.

Grief and fear grew among the brothers as Jacob died. The grief for the family and Egyptians was great and a witness to us on how to allow time to grieve the loss of a loved one. In this grief, questions arose concerning all of his power and how he would treat his brothers. Yet, by faith in the Lord’s promises, Joseph proclaims that the brother’s goal was evil, the LORD is greater and meant for good. It is difficult to remember, but God promises that no matter the evil in our world, the LORD is still at work that will ultimately be for good now and when Christ returns. “Lord God, Heavenly Father, You work for the good of Your people and we ask that you do so among us also. Keep us close to You and Your everlasting grace. Lord have mercy. Amen”