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We will continue to devote each Lord’s Day weekend in 2022 at hiswordtoday.org to present a portion of the Westminster Confession of Faith (WCF). For those unfamiliar with the WCF, a brief explanation is appropriate. 

The Westminster Confession of Faith is a Reformed confession of faith. Drawn up by the 1646 Westminster Assembly as part of the Westminster Standards to be a confession of the Church of England, it became and remains the “subordinate standard” of doctrine (to Scripture) in the Church of Scotland and has been influential within Presbyterian churches worldwide.

It is to that “most precise and accurate summary of the content of biblical Christianity” that we will give our time and attention to each Lord’s Day in the year of our Lord, 2021. I trust you will be edified and encouraged each week by The Westminster Confession of Faith.

Chapter Twenty Three: Of the Civil Magistrate. Part 1.

1. God, the Supreme Lord and King of all the world, hath ordained civil magistrates to be under him, over the people, for his own glory and the public good, and to this end hath armed them with the power of the sword, for the defense and encouragement of them that are good, and for the punishment of evil-doers.^a

a. Rom 13:1-4; 1 Pet 2:13-14.

2. It is lawful for Christians to accept and execute the office of a magistrate when called thereunto;^a in the managing whereof, as they ought especially to maintain piety, justice, and peace, according to the wholesome laws of each commonwealth,^b so, for that end, they may lawfully, now under the New Testament, wage war upon just and necessary occasion.^c

a. Prov 8:15-16; Rom 13:1-2, 4. • b. 2 Sam 23:3; Psa 2:10-12; 82:3-4; 1 Tim 2:2; 1 Pet 2:13. • c. Mat 8:9-10; Luke 3:14; Acts 10:1-2; Rom 13:4; Rev 17:14, 16.

I encourage you to read the portions of Scripture listed in this post. Have a blessed Lord’s Day.

Soli deo Gloria!

¹⁶ When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was favorable, he said to Joseph, “I also had a dream: there were three cake baskets on my head, ¹⁷ and in the uppermost basket there were all sorts of baked food for Pharaoh, but the birds were eating it out of the basket on my head.” ¹⁸ And Joseph answered and said, “This is its interpretation: the three baskets are three days. ¹⁹ In three days Pharaoh will lift up your head—from you!—and hang you on a tree. And the birds will eat the flesh from you.”

²⁰ On the third day, which was Pharaoh’s birthday, he made a feast for all his servants and lifted up the head of the chief cupbearer and the head of the chief baker among his servants. ²¹ He restored the chief cupbearer to his position, and he placed the cup in Pharaoh’s hand. ²² But he hanged the chief baker, as Joseph had interpreted to them. ²³ Yet the chief cupbearer did not remember Joseph, but forgot him.” (Genesis 40:16–23 (ESV)

Joseph’s interpretation of the chief cupbearer’s dream was favorable. The chief baker assumed that he also would receive a favorable interpretation from Joseph regarding his dream. Such was not the case.

Joseph informed the chief baker that in three days Pharaoh would have him executed. He would be hung on a tree and the birds would eat his flesh.

Both of Joseph’s interpretations were fulfilled. On Pharaoh’s birthday, he restored the chief cupbearer to his positon. However, Pharaoh had the chief baked hung until he died.

When Joseph interpreted the chief cupbearer’s dream, he specifically asked him to remember him when Pharaoh restored him to his position (Gen. 40:14-15). This was the only thing Joseph requested. It would be a simple act of kindness. However, the text informs us the the chief cupbearer did not remember Joseph. Rather, he forgot him.

Have you ever been forgotten? Has a promise ever been made to you and never fulfilled because the person who made the promise forgot? Those incidents of forgetfulness are never truly forgotten by the individual who was forgotten. The pain of an overlooked promise remains deeply ingrained in one’s soul and never really leaves.    

Dr. R. C. Sproul writes, “So often we join with David and cry “How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever?” (Ps. 13:1) because of the seemingly endless wait that defines the Christian life. We know that our present troubles are nothing in comparison with the “eternal weight of glory” guaranteed for God’s people (2 Cor. 4:17), but in the midst of our pain it can seem like this glory will never come. Encouraged on by the saints, we know we must run the race of faith set before us (Heb. 12:1–2), but the finish line can seem invisible when trials spring up as hurdles.”

“In theory it is easy to understand the premise that all things work together for good to those who love God and are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28), but to get this into our bloodstreams is another matter. It is one of the most difficult tasks of the practicing Christian. It involves not only believing in God but believing God.”

Do you believe in God? I hope that you do by grace alone, through faith alone, and in the person and work of Jesus Christ alone. However, do you believe God? Do you take Him at His Word? Do you believe what He says? Genesis 41:1 informs that it would be another two years before the chief cupbearer would remember Joseph. Yet Joseph never lost faith in God (Gen. 50:20).

Dr. Sproul concludes by saying, “God will never forget His people. Even when we do not see His helping hand, the Lord remembers us in our trials and afflictions. The assurance Moses gives us that God was with Joseph (Gen. 39:21) is for all those who trust Jesus. Do not despair, no matter what is happening to you, for the sovereign Lord of all can by no means ever forget you (Heb. 13:5).”  

Soli deo Gloria!

⁹ “So the chief cupbearer told his dream to Joseph and said to him, “In my dream there was a vine before me, ¹⁰ and on the vine there were three branches. As soon as it budded, its blossoms shot forth, and the clusters ripened into grapes. ¹¹ Pharaoh’s cup was in my hand, and I took the grapes and pressed them into Pharaoh’s cup and placed the cup in Pharaoh’s hand.” ¹² Then Joseph said to him, “This is its interpretation: the three branches are three days. ¹³ In three days Pharaoh will lift up your head and restore you to your office, and you shall place Pharaoh’s cup in his hand as formerly, when you were his cupbearer. ¹⁴ Only remember me, when it is well with you, and please do me the kindness to mention me to Pharaoh, and so get me out of this house. ¹⁵ For I was indeed stolen out of the land of the Hebrews, and here also I have done nothing that they should put me into the pit.” (Genesis 40:9–15 (ESV)

Pharaoh’s cupbearer and baker look to Joseph to give them the proper interpretation of their respective dreams. Today’s passage gives us the Lord’s interpretation regarding the cupbearer’s dream.

Dr. John Walvoord explains, “Joseph interpreted the dreams of the two servants of Pharaoh. The chief cupbearer’s dream had a favorable interpretation. His dream reflected his profession, but with accelerated activity. The dream of the three vine branches of ripening grapes signified that Pharaoh would lift up the head of this man, that is, restore him to service within three days.”

Following the interpretation, Joseph pleaded with the chief cupbearer. He asked that the cupbearer would remember him and his kindnessin interpreting the dream. Joseph was confident that he had given the right interpretation.

Joseph wanted his freedom from prison. He gave the cupbearer two reasons. First, he was unlawfully stolen from his home. Second, he had done nothing wrong that he should be in the pit. Pit is another word for dungeon or prison. Joseph does not appear to be bitter but willing to forgive; not only his brothers but also Potiphar’s wife.

One commentator writes, “Joseph’s plea to the cupbearer shows he is no fatalist. He does not simply sit around waiting for one of the guards to come set him free. Joseph understands God’s providence well, and he knows that the Lord’s sovereignty, properly understood, encourages us to seize opportunities for the kingdom (Est. 4:1–5:3; Matt. 25:14–30; Acts 27:13–44).”

Consider this principle from the journey of Joseph: God’s providence does not mean that our actions are pointless. Believers in Christ are responsible to act for the sake of the kingdom of God and for the Lord’s glory.

Soli deo Gloria!  

⁵ “And one night they both dreamed—the cupbearer and the baker of the king of Egypt, who were confined in the prison—each his own dream, and each dream with its own interpretation. ⁶ When Joseph came to them in the morning, he saw that they were troubled. ⁷ So he asked Pharaoh’s officers who were with him in custody in his master’s house, “Why are your faces downcast today?” ⁸ They said to him, “We have had dreams, and there is no one to interpret them.” And Joseph said to them, “Do not interpretations belong to God? Please tell them to me.” (Genesis 40:5–8 (ESV)

The story of Joseph’s journey involved a series of personal dreams (Gen. 37:5-11). It is ironic that while he languished in an Egyptian prison for some time, another series of dreams would occur. These dreams did not belong to Joseph, but rather to Pharaoh’s chief cupbearer and chief baker (Gen.40:1-4). They both were bound and fettered like Joseph (Gen.39:20; 40:3-5). They too had dreams like Joseph.  

Today’s text says that both of Pharaoh’s servants had a dream on the same night. The text continues to say that each man dreamt his own dream. Additionally, each dream had its own interpretation or meaning.

When Joseph approached them the next morning to attend to their needs (Gen. 40:4), he noticed that they both were troubled. Why, he did not know. The word troubled means to be dejected and discouraged. Their faces reflected their anguish.

. ⁶ When Joseph came to them in the morning, he saw that they were troubled. ⁷ So he asked Pharaoh’s officers who were with him in custody in his master’s house, “Why are your faces downcast today?” The word downcast means to be sad or depressed.

” ⁸ They said to him, “We have had dreams, and there is no one to interpret them.” They were not only depressed by their dreams, but also because there was no one they knew who could interpret their dreams.

“And Joseph said to them, ‘Do not interpretations belong to God? Please tell them to me’.”

Dr. John Walvoord explains, “Joseph noticed their sadness and agreed to interpret their dreams. He understood their dreams to be from God and realized that God was beginning to work His will through two more dreams.”

Dr. R. C. Sproul states, “In prison, these officials do not have access to professional interpreters, and so they are troubled with uncertainty (v. 6). Their attendant Joseph quickly notices their worry and learns what is behind their troubles (vv. 7–8a). His reply reveals the strength of his faith and his spiritual maturity. He has spent years waiting for his lot to improve, but Joseph still believes God is with him and will give him the meanings of the dreams. Thus, he confidently asks to hear them. Also, Joseph explicitly declares that the interpretation of dreams comes by the Lord’s inspiration (v. 8b). In his younger years, Joseph proudly paraded his interpretive abilities (37:5–11). Having been humbled in prison, Joseph now affirms his talent is a gift from on high.”

Even while suffering in prison, Joseph’s empathy for the cupbearer and baker prompted him to inquire about their depressed emotional state (40:6–7). The LORD expects such compassion of His people (Col. 3:12). Even Jesus came to empathize with us in our weaknesses (Heb. 2:18; 4:14–16). We must do so for others.  

Soli deo Gloria!     

“Some time after this…,” (Genesis 40:1a)

The first part of Joseph’s story involves a period of thirteen years (Gen.37:1; 41:46). Joseph spent a large portion of those years in either slavery or imprisonment in Egypt. These facts raise some questions in my mind.

I wonder what Joseph was thinking during this time? Did he doubt God? Did he ask God why He allowed his brothers to do what they did to him (Gen. 37:12-36)? Did he question why, after doing the right thing, Potiphar had him imprisoned (Gen.39:1-23). Did he consider why the LORD would permit all this to happen?

I also wonder what Joseph was feeling? Was he embittered towards his brothers? Was he angry at God for all that occurred? Did Joseph become angry at himself? After all, what did doing the right thing with Potiphar’s wife gain him? On the surface at least, it resulted in him receiving a lengthy prison sentence.

Finally, I wonder how Joseph’s thinking and emotions impacted his decisions. We are able to discern to some extent how Joseph thought and felt because of what he did. Joseph’s actions speak loud and clear of his commitment to, trust in, dependence upon and worship of the One, True God. Joseph consistently did what was right and consequently honored the LORD (Gen. 39:1-10; 19-23).

It is one thing to fervently serve the Lord when life is going well. These are times of enthusiasm and excitement. It is another thing entirely when God calls you to serve Him in the most difficult circumstances imaginable.

I Peter 1:3-9 says, “³ Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, ⁴ to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, ⁵ who by God’s power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. ⁶ In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, ⁷ so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. ⁸ Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory, ⁹ obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.”  

During the difficult times of life, it can be easy to question and doubt the Lord. It can also be easy to become embittered. Our anger towards life’s circumstances may result in our becoming angry at other people and ultimately angry at God. I have witnessed people in this so-called prison. It is not a pretty sight to behold. It can become a spiritual captivity just as binding as a physical imprisonment.

Dr. John Walvoord explains, “Joseph would not throw away God’s blessings for the pleasures of sin. Nor was he troubled because he suffered for his faithfulness. God would ultimately honor him as He had promised.”

God did not forsake Joseph in the midst of conflict, and He does not forsake His children today. This includes godly leaders who are currently in the midst of conflict. He has a purpose and a plan for each leader and uses conflict for a greater purpose than one’s immediate comfort and prosperity.

What was God’s purpose for Joseph’s life? At this particular time Joseph had no way of knowing that God would use prison to prepare him for even greater responsibilities. At this point in his life, all Joseph could do was trust God. God was all he had. God was all he needed.

Soli deo Gloria!  

“Sometime after this, the cupbearer of the king of Egypt and his baker committed an offense against their lord the king of Egypt. ² And Pharaoh was angry with his two officers, the chief cupbearer and the chief baker, ³ and he put them in custody in the house of the captain of the guard, in the prison where Joseph was confined. ⁴ The captain of the guard appointed Joseph to be with them, and he attended them. They continued for some time in custody.” (Genesis 40:1–4 (ESV)

Today’s text begins with the phrase ““Sometime after this.” Moses does not tell us how long Joseph was in prison prior to the events of Genesis 40. All we know for certain was that he was in prison and he was serving the Lord (Gen. 39:19-23).

Puritan John Bunyan spent twelve years imprisoned in Bedford County Gaol for his biblical preaching. In prison, Bunyan had a copy of the Bible and of John Foxe‘s Book of Martyrs, and writing materials. He also had at times the company of other preachers who had been imprisoned. It was in Bedford Gaol that Bunyan wrote Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners. He alsobegan work on The Pilgrim’s Progress as well as several tracts. He was chosen as pastor of the Bedford Meeting, which was a gathering of prisoners for worship. The Pilgrim’s Progress was not published until some years after his release.

The point of comparison is that God uses His chosen people to serve Him where and when He chooses. Even if the field of ministry is within prison cell. This was certainly true with respect to the Apostle Paul (Acts 28:16-31).

Genesis 40:3 refers to Joseph being confined. The word confined (a-sur) means to be tied up and bound. It was not an easy time for the Patriarch.

Psalm 105:16-19, in reference to Joseph, says, “¹⁶ When he summoned a famine on the land and broke all supply of bread, ¹⁷ he had sent a man ahead of them, Joseph, who was sold as a slave. ¹⁸ His feet were hurt with fetters; his neck was put in a collar of iron; ¹⁹ until what he had said came to pass, the word of the Lord tested him.”

It was during this indefinite period of time that Pharaoh became angry with two of his officers: the chief cupbearer and the chief baker. The text does not provide any reason for Pharaoh’s anger. The chief cupbearer was in charge of all aspects of the king’s beverages. This included not only quality control but also to ensure none of Pharaoh’s drinks were poisonous. The chief baker was in charge of all of the king’s meals. He also made sure Pharaoh’s food was not tampered.

Genesis 40:4 says, “The captain of the guard appointed Joseph to be with them, and he attended them. They continued for some time in custody.”

The chief cupbearer and chief baker may be fellow prisoners, but the captain of the guard appoints Joseph to attend, or serve, both of them. This would be the perspective of the lesser serving the greater.

Dr. R .C. Sproul writes, “Though time in prison could make anyone discouraged, Joseph does not waver from his consistent service. No matter the work he was given to do — overseer of the prison or attendant to the cupbearer and baker — Joseph continued to serve others and wait on the Lord. We should expect nothing less since patience has always been a distinguishing mark of God’s people (Gal. 5:22). Do you patiently wait for our Father to act or do you try to force His hand?”

Have a blessed day in the Lord.

Soli deo Gloria!    

We will continue to devote each Lord’s Day weekend in 2022 at hiswordtoday.org to present a portion of the Westminster Confession of Faith (WCF). For those unfamiliar with the WCF, a brief explanation is appropriate. 

The Westminster Confession of Faith is a Reformed confession of faith. Drawn up by the 1646 Westminster Assembly as part of the Westminster Standards to be a confession of the Church of England, it became and remains the “subordinate standard” of doctrine (to Scripture) in the Church of Scotland and has been influential within Presbyterian churches worldwide.

It is to that “most precise and accurate summary of the content of biblical Christianity” that we will give our time and attention to each Lord’s Day in the year of our Lord, 2021. I trust you will be edified and encouraged each week by The Westminster Confession of Faith.

Chapter Twenty Two: Of Lawful Oaths and Vows. Part 4.

7. No man may vow to do anything forbidden in the Word of God, or what would hinder any duty therein commanded, or which is not in his own power, and for the performance whereof he hath no promise or ability from God.^a In which respect, Popish monastical vows of perpetual single life, professed poverty, and regular obedience, are so far from being degrees of higher perfection, that they are superstitious and sinful snares, in which no Christian may entangle himself.^b

a. Num 30:5, 8, 12-13; Mark 6:26; Acts 23:12, 14. • b. Mat 19:11-12; 1 Cor 7:2, 9, 23; Eph 4:28; 1 Pet 4:2.

I encourage you to read the portions of Scripture listed in this post. Have a blessed Lord’s Day.

Soli deo Gloria!

We will continue to devote each Lord’s Day weekend in 2022 at hiswordtoday.org to present a portion of the Westminster Confession of Faith (WCF). For those unfamiliar with the WCF, a brief explanation is appropriate. 

The Westminster Confession of Faith is a Reformed confession of faith. Drawn up by the 1646 Westminster Assembly as part of the Westminster Standards to be a confession of the Church of England, it became and remains the “subordinate standard” of doctrine (to Scripture) in the Church of Scotland and has been influential within Presbyterian churches worldwide.

It is to that “most precise and accurate summary of the content of biblical Christianity” that we will give our time and attention to each Lord’s Day in the year of our Lord, 2021. I trust you will be edified and encouraged each week by The Westminster Confession of Faith.

Chapter Twenty Two: Of Lawful Oaths and Vows. Part 3.

5. A vow is of the like nature with a promissory oath, and ought to be made with the like religious care, and to be performed with like faithfulness.^a

a. Isa 19:21; Psa 61:8; 66:13-14; Eccl 5:4-6.

6. It is not to be made to any creature, but to God alone:^a and that it may be accepted, it is to be made voluntarily, out of faith and conscience of duty, in way of thankfulness for mercy received, or for the obtaining of what we want; whereby we more strictly bind ourselves to necessary duties, or to other things, so far and so long as they may fitly conduce thereunto.^b

a. Psa 76:11; Jer 44:25-26. • b. Gen 28:20-22; Deut 23:21, 23; 1 Sam 1:11; Psa 50:14; 66:13-14; 132:2-5.

I encourage you to read the portions of Scripture listed in this post. Have a blessed Lord’s Day.

Soli deo Gloria!

¹⁹ “As soon as his master heard the words that his wife spoke to him, “This is the way your servant treated me,” his anger was kindled. ²⁰ And Joseph’s master took him and put him into the prison, the place where the king’s prisoners were confined, and he was there in prison. ²¹ But the Lord was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison. ²² And the keeper of the prison put Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in the prison. Whatever was done there, he was the one who did it. ²³ The keeper of the prison paid no attention to anything that was in Joseph’s charge, because the Lord was with him. And whatever he did, the Lord made it succeed.” (Genesis 39:19–23 (ESV)

I submit to you the following observations from today’s text. Consider them, if you please.

First, why didn’t Potiphar execute Joseph? If he believed his wife enough to place Joseph in prison for attempted rape, why not complete the task of retribution by executing him? Historically, the normal punishment for rape or attempted rape in Egypt was execution. However, this was not the fate Joseph received after being falsely accused by Potiphar’s wife (Gen. 39:11–18). 

Second, even though Joseph was once again a prisoner, the LORD blessed him (Gen. 39:21). Believers in Christ often equate God’s blessings in their lives by their circumstances rather than in spite of their circumstances. Although Joseph was in prison, with seemingly no hope of ever getting out of prison, the LORD not only showed him His sovereign and steadfast love, but also favor with the keeper of the prison.

Third, God’s blessings upon Joseph were in the midst of his prison trial and not the immediate removal of his prison trial. God may choose to place us in trials for our overall benefit and His overall glory (I Peter 1:6-7). The believer in Christ is to count it all joy, even when life is hard (James 1:1-5).

Fourth, Joseph exhibited leadership qualities in whatever situation he found himself. Joseph became in charge of all the other prisoners. The keeper of the prison delegated that responsibility to Joseph. Why did this happen? The text reveals that it was because the LORD was with Joseph and He made everything Joseph did succeed (Gen. 39:1-2).

Dr. R. C. Sproul writes, “Yet we should not think Joseph’s life in prison was easy. In all likelihood, Jacob’s favorite son was confined to a fortress where he would have been subjected to forced labor. Yet again he was persecuted for doing the right thing and serving his master (37:12–28; 39:6b–18), giving us an important theological lesson for our day. Unfortunately, many believers have been deceived into thinking that God never desires for His children to suffer and that to endure a hardship like sickness or poverty necessarily means the victim has a weak faith. The story of Joseph reminds us unjust suffering is often our path to the blessings God wants to shower on us, just as it was for Christ (Isa. 53; Phil. 2:5–11). In many ways, his imprisonment at the hands of his brothers prepared Joseph for his time in the king’s prison.”

Proverbs 24:16 says, “For the righteous falls seven times and rises again, but the wicked stumble in times of calamity.” The righteous may suffer many adversities, yet God vindicates them.

One commentator explains, “As God’s holy people, we are not free from suffering and failure, but we alone have the hope the Lord will raise us up again to great blessings, both now and in the age to come. How are you suffering today? Do you face illness, failed plans, or hostility? Trust again in God’s goodness, for He will most certainly raise you up in His time.”

Soli deo Gloria!

¹⁶ “Then she laid up his garment by her until his master came home, ¹⁷ and she told him the same story, saying, “The Hebrew servant, whom you have brought among us, came in to me to laugh at me. ¹⁸ But as soon as I lifted up my voice and cried, he left his garment beside me and fled out of the house. ¹⁹ As soon as his master heard the words that his wife spoke to him, “This is the way your servant treated me,” his anger was kindled. ²⁰ And Joseph’s master took him and put him into the prison, the place where the king’s prisoners were confined, and he was there in prison. But the LORD was with Joseph.” (Genesis 39:16–21a (ESV)

Proverbs 6:32–35 (ESV) says, “³² He who commits adultery lacks sense; he who does it destroys himself. ³³ He will get wounds and dishonor, and his disgrace will not be wiped away. ³⁴ For jealousy makes a man furious, and he will not spare when he takes revenge. ³⁵ He will accept no compensation; he will refuse though you multiply gifts.”

It has been written, “Those that have broken the bonds of modesty will never be held by the bonds of truth.” Joseph maintained his modesty towards Potiphar’s wife and therefore held to the bonds of God’s truth. However, she did not. Potiphar’s wife lacked sense in her desire to commit adultery. Her behavior should have immediately brought her dishonor and disgrace.

To further compound her sin of adultery, she lied to Potiphar about Joseph. Potiphar reacted as most husbands would. He became angry. The Hebrew word for kindled means to become enraged and strongly displeased. Potiphar took Joseph and put him into the prison. The word prison literally means a round house which was used to confine the king’s prisoners.

Potiphar put Joseph into prison. There was no trial or any opportunity for Joseph to defend himself, but rather a quick confinement for something he did not do. The irony is that Joseph was confined even though he did the right thing by running away. How do we make sense of this?

The Scriptures do not attempt to explain to Joseph or to leaders today, the reason God permitted these events to occur. The Bible says only that “the LORD was with Joseph.” (Genesis 39:21a ESV).

Dr. Don Carson writes, “No marvel that she who had impudence enough to say, Lie with me, had front enough to say, “He would have lied with me.” Had the lie been told to conceal her own crime it would have been bad enough, yet, in some degree, excusable; but it was told to be revenged upon his virtue, a most malicious lie. And yet, she manages it so as to incense her husband against him, reflecting upon him for bringing this Hebrew servant among them, perhaps at first against her mind, because he was a Hebrew. It is no new thing for the best of men to be falsely accused of the worst. This was not the first time that Joseph’s coat was made use of as a false witness concerning him; his father had been deceived by it before, now his master.”

Proverbs 24:16 (ESV) says, “¹⁶ For the righteous falls seven times and rises again, but the wicked stumble in times of calamity.”

Though Joseph found himself in another pit, the LORD will cause him to rise again from the depths. This is because the LORD was with Joseph as He is with you and me.

Soli deo Gloria!