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The Word for Today - Wednesday, December 25, 2024
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Lessons from the life of Joseph (3)

‘An angel of the Lord appeared to [Joseph] in a dream…’ Matthew 1:20 NKJV

In Joseph’s life we see three keys to experiencing the fulfilment of God’s purpose and promises in our lives. The first is mercy. Let’s look at the second: Faith. ‘But while he thought about these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take to you Mary your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit”’ (Matthew 1:20 NKJV). Joseph had intended to privately divorce Mary. Then God told him the divine plan. What was Joseph’s part? To exercise faith in a most difficult set of circumstances. To trust God when the situation could not be understood or explained rationally. God showed him four things:

1) God reminded Joseph of his identity: ‘Joseph, son of David.’ God wants you to know who you are ‘in Christ (see Ephesians 1:18-19). You have a special identity as a member of His redeemed family.

2) God assured Joseph that he didn’t have to be afraid. What enabled Joseph to overcome his fear and move forwards? Hearing from God. Having a word from the Lord to stand on. That’s what you need too (see Isaiah 30:21).

3) God gave Joseph direction. He was to take Mary as his wife, be a father to the child, and name Him Jesus. And what’s the lesson for you? Be teachable and follow God’s instructions. It’s by faith and obedience that you will reach your God-given destiny.

4) God assured Joseph that He was at work in the situation. When you know that, you experience peace of mind and a new perspective.

SoulFood: Isa 7:14 Luke 2:1-7 Mic 5:2-5a Isa 9:6-7

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