Now Israel loved Joseph more than any of his other sons, because he had been born to him in his old age; and he made an ornate robe for him. When his brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him. When Joseph’s brothers saw that their father was dead, they said, “What if Joseph holds a grudge against us and pays us back for all the wrongs we did to him?” So they sent word to Joseph, saying, “Your father left these instructions before he died: ‘This is what you are to say to Joseph: I ask you to forgive your brothers the sins and the wrongs they committed in treating you so badly.’ Now please forgive the sins of the servants of the God of your father. ” When their message came to him, Joseph wept. But Joseph said to them, “Don’t be afraid. Am I in the place of God? You intended to harm me, but God intended ...
I am so digging this picture. I am almost in in the picture in y mind! ;) Grateful and rejoicing for His refuge, name and the joy He brings!
ReplyDeleteOh, I know, Dawn. I feel so close to God at the beach! Thanks for stopping over.
DeleteThank you. It's zo great and true
ReplyDeleteYes it is Jedidja! Thanks for stopping in.
DeleteWhat a wonderful comfort! Your photo is perfect for the verse.
ReplyDeleteHe truly is our joy and refuge! i love the picture... makes me want to go to beach!
ReplyDeleteI will sing for joy. For He is my refuge! Thank you for linking up today!
ReplyDeleteLove the verse. So encouraging! Many blessings to you.
ReplyDeleteThank you, and AMEN!!!
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