Excited to be Reunited

Excited to be Reunited

Genesis 45: ⁹ “Hurry and go up to my father, and say to him, ‘Thus says your son Joseph: “God has made me lord of all Egypt; come down to me, do not tarry. ¹⁰ You shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near to me, you and your children, your children’s children, your flocks and your herds, and all that you have. ¹¹ There I will provide for you, lest you and your household, and all that you have, come to poverty; for there are still five years of famine.” ’

 

¹² “And behold, your eyes and the eyes of my brother Benjamin see that it is my mouth that speaks to you. ¹³ So you shall tell my father of all my glory in Egypt, and of all that you have seen; and you shall hurry and bring my father down here.”

 

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After Joseph revealed his identity to his brothers, he told them to “hurry up” and get his father.

 

My Observations:

• Joseph had not seen his father in decades and was filled with excitement!
• Joseph gave his brothers words that should fill Israel up with excitement.
• Joseph made sure to mention to Israel that GOD would make the famine last another five years, so that he would not refuse.

 

GOD was moving the twelve tribes of Israel to the promised land and no one knew what HE was doing. HE made the famine and HE raised Joseph to a position of power to enable the movement of his brothers to Egypt which was near the promised land. Israel and his sons would not have moved otherwise.

 

Joseph was so excited that he could hardly wait! He was put in a position where he had plenty to provide for his entire family and their families. This reunion was ordained by GOD.

 

Challenge

• Why does GOD tell Moses about Joseph’s commends to his brothers?
• Have you ever wondered if you will see GOD’s deliverance?
• What famine are you in and how is GOD using it to deliver you and HIS people?