Joel Osteen (November 19, 2024) Daily Devotional: Be a Joseph.
Today's Scripture: When [Joseph’s] master saw that the LORD was with him and that the LORD gave him success in everything he did…Potiphar put him in charge of his household, and he entrusted to his care everything he owned. Genesis 39:3–4, NIV
- How can we trust God to be our vindicator when facing injustice?
- What can we learn from Joseph’s faithfulness and perseverance in difficult times?
- How does maintaining a positive attitude and doing the right thing prepare us for God’s restoration and promotion?
Today's Word: After Joseph had been sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, he worked for a high-ranking military official in Egypt, running his household. He could have lived offended and been bitter, but he left it in God’s hands. He never complained or slacked off. He kept being his best. But Potiphar’s wife falsely accused Joseph of trying to harm her, and Joseph was thrown in prison for years. He went from being disowned by his brothers to a slave to a prisoner with no reputation. But Joseph trusted God to be his vindicator, kept doing the right thing in prison, and the day finally came when he so impressed Pharaoh that he was made the prime minister of Egypt. As with Joseph, you may face a season of disrespect, with people damaging your reputation. God sees you doing the right thing, being a Joseph—not angry or holding a grudge. Pharoah is coming for you. The right people are going to show up. Vindication is coming. It’s going to happen quickly. Suddenly you’re going to see vindication, restoration, promotion, honor, and influence.
Prayer For Today: “Father, thank You for Your presence and favor in my life that no situation or person can take away. Thank You that my reputation and the respect I’m given are in Your hands. I believe that You are always my vindicator and my part is to just keep doing the right thing. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”
