The Spirit and Joseph

The Spirit Comes
The Pledge of God's Presence

The Lamb of God

Genesis 41:38-43  The Message

³⁸ Then Pharaoh said to his officials, “Isn’t this the man we need? Are we going to find anyone else who has God’s spirit in him like this?”
^39-40 So Pharaoh said to Joseph, “You’re the man for us. God has given you the inside story—no one is as qualified as you in experience and wisdom. From now on, you’re in charge of my affairs; all my people will report to you. Only as king will I be over you.”
^41-43 So Pharaoh commissioned Joseph: “I’m putting you in charge of the entire country of Egypt.” Then Pharaoh removed his signet ring from his finger and slipped it on Joseph’s hand. He outfitted him in robes of the best linen and put a gold chain around his neck. He put the second-in-command chariot at his disposal, and as he rode people shouted “Bravo!”
Joseph was in charge of the entire country of Egypt.

 

For Reflection 

I've got the Spirit in me.  How about you?  The spirit of God abides in each of us.  Some times we bury it so deeply that it is hidden even from the one who buries it.  Open your senses to reveal the Spirit.  Listen to it whisper to you.  Look for it in the eyes of others.  Find it and help others explore the possibilities of letting the Spirit surface.

Pray

for thankfulness and praise for the God whose Spirit abides in us.  Pray for all those who bury the Spirit.  Pray that they will find the truth of their existence in the living God.