SETBACK

 

SETBACK

Genesis 39:10-21

Devotional:- “Then Joseph's master took him and put him into the prison, a place where the king's prisoners were confined. And he was there in the prison” (v.20) NKJV

Most people do not yet understand that what we call a setback, a lot of time is a set-up to set us to our top. Setback, as viewed by people, is demotion, but it is rather an opportunity to retreat and re-fire for greater victory. When the purpose of a thing is not known, men are bound to abuse it.

Today, we read about Joseph, who was thanking God for being promoted from a slave to a house overseer. He always tried to put his best into his assignment, and by this, he always had joy. At this time, the enemy wanted to damage his testimony by the temptation of sin, but he stood his ground for God (2 Timothy 2:22). But then he faced something like a demotion to prison. This looks like an act of wickedness from God that he was trying to please, but Joseph knew that there is a price for righteousness, and at last God exalted him.

Friend, whatever looks like a demotion to you today, as far as you remain in God’s will, is a set-up for your promotion. That is why you must not let it affect your joy. God is only taking you through a time of test (Deuteronomy 8:2-3). All of these are to develop Christlike character in you (Romans 5:1-3). When you pass the test, then your promotion will come. So, seek for what God want you to learn in that situation. Get to know that God is on your side and he will not let you fall nor see destruction (Psalm 16:10). Look carefully into your situation, and like Joseph did, you will see opportunities in the midst of your opposition. Think of what you can still do to serve and put in your best, and God will give you a higher joy.

Prayer: Lord, show me the way to the top

“SETBACKS ARE OFTEN IN THE FORM OF STRATEGIES TO SET YOU ON TOP”