1. Just as Joseph was appointed administrator of Egypt, God has established Christ as King on Mount Zion—the strong part of the church, engaged in the struggle for His kingdom. We are all called to be part of Zion. Christ is our King and the perfect model of obedience to God. It is through this obedience that we conquer the Earth and give it to the Lord (Psalm 2:6-9).
2. After being elevated to the position of administrator of Egypt, Joseph traveled throughout the Earth. Similarly, God has entrusted us with the responsibility of administering the Earth; therefore, we need to rise up and travel through it in order to fulfill the task given to us. Let us not allow social events, side commitments, or even laziness to prevent us from fulfilling God’s purpose for us (Genesis 41:45b-46).
3. The Egyptian name for Joseph, “Zaphenath-paneah,” can be translated as “savior of the world” or “sustainer of life.” Like Joseph, we have been sent to help people in times of scarcity. The world suffers from a lack of divine guidance and life. We must share spiritual nourishment with those around us (Genesis 41:45a).
4. “[…] those who do not walk in the presence of God have difficulty fully trusting in His guidance. The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah confirms that only complete obedience leads to preservation and life. May we have an obedient heart when speaking of God!” (Daily Food, book 8, week 2, Thursday, p. 31).
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