When Benjamin found the silver cup in with his grain, the brothers thought they were doomed. Joseph had a surprise waiting for them. We fall short of God’s glory, yet God surprises us with his grace.

When his brothers returned, Joseph set them up to see if they had changed. God had changed their hearts–-just as he has changed our hearts.

The famine brings the brothers to Egypt and Joseph’s treatment exposes their guilt. God’s grace removes not only sin, but also guilt and shame.

When the time was right, God brought Joseph to Pharaoh’s palace so that he could preserve God’s promises. God lifts us up when we are in need.

Joseph longed for his freedom from prison, and God gave him ability to interpret dreams to give him hope. God sets us free from sin through Jesus.

Joseph’s roller coaster life takes another turn for the worse as he serves Potiphar and is accused of a crime. Jesus, too, was falsely accused, yet he willingly suffered for us.

Jacob caused trouble in his family by playing favorites. How thankful we are that God shows no favoritism but loves all people!

The Triune God watches over us, works in us, and gives us peace both now and forever.

On Pentecost, Jesus poured out the Holy Spirit on his disciples, just as he promised. The Holy Spirit continues to pour blessings into our lives.

Jesus ascended into heaven but he continues to bless us as we wait for his triumphal return and final victory over evil.