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“God Sent Me Before You” (01.27.12)

Thought from today’s Bible reading from Genesis 43-45. When Joseph finally revealed himself to his brothers, he did not lash out at them for what they had done. Instead, he told them that God was working through these circumstances to bring about good. “Then Joseph said to his brothers, ‘Please come closer to me.’ And [...]

I Know That My Redeemer Lives (01.08.12)

Thought from today’s Bible reading from Job 17-20. “As for me, I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last He will take His stand on the earth” (Job 19:25). Job’s troubles were not going to be solved by his own actions. He understood this. Only God could deliver him. Despite the fact that [...]