Genesis 39:6-12, 20-23
While Joseph was there in the prison, the Lord was with him. Genesis 39:20-21
In the account from Genesis 37 , Joseph had no idea what would happen to him after he was mercilessly sold by his brothers to the merchants who took him to Egypt and sold him to Potiphar.
He found himself in a culture surrounded by people who believed in many gods. To make things worse, he was falsely accused, leading to his being sent to the prison.
Yet God did not abandon him. Not only was He with Joseph, but He "gave him success in everything he did " and even "showed him kindness and granted him favor " with those in authority.
Imagine the fear Joseph must have felt. But he remained faithful and kept his integrity. God was with Joseph in his difficult journeys, as Joseph walked in faith, trusting He sees, and He knows
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