Many of us know the story of Joseph and his brothers. How his brothers, jealous of him, sold him into slavery in Egypt. How Joseph went through a series of hardships before being made second in command to the ruler of Egypt. How his position allowed him to provide for the Egyptians and their neighbors during a time of famine. And how the famine forced Joseph's own brothers to go seek help in Egypt, only to discover their brother alive and powerful. They are fearful of what Joseph might do, but he is gracious and declares, "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good." It is one of my favorite stories in the Old Testament and proof that God is good in spite of when men are evil.
A year ago today, my dad was sold out by men who he considered to be brothers. He has gone through his share of hardships during this past year, but is coming out the other side of those hardships to discover himself in a position to help others in need. His future in doing God's work is as bright as it has ever been.
So I am here to declare to those men this truth; you intended to harm him, but God intended it for good.
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