Lesson 372: JOSEPH: A STUDY IN DIVINE FAITHFULNESS – PART 13

INTRODUCTION:
In the last part of this series, we saw Joseph moving from prison to palace. We also learn that the secret of a successful life of dominion is the Holy Spirit. Today as we continue with our study may God bless us richly in Jesus Name. Amen.

1. BLESSED ARE THE MERCIFUL
The brothers of Joseph came bowing to him in Egypt Matt. 5:7. Joseph remembered his dreams and his brothers soon remembered that what a man sows he would reap. Sow mercy reap and vice-versa. Gen. 42; Pro. 21:13; Jam. 2:13; Ps. 109:14-16; Pro. 11:17; Lam. 3:22-23; Rom. 9:16; Eph. 2:4; Ps. 34:6; Ps. 34:17.

2. BLESSINGS BECOME A CURSE IN THE HANDS OF A SINNER
The brothers of Joseph got food and their money back too Pro. 13:21; Isa. 48:22; Ps. 73:12-19; Gen. 12:10-15. And the sight of the unexpected “fortune” filled them with fear. Even blessings become a curse in the hands of a sinner.

Further Readings: Ps. 34:16.