- Today's Reading:
- Genesis 42:18 - 43:34
- Proverbs 4:7 - 10
Genesis 42:18 - 43:34
Joseph imprisoned Simeon and sent the rest of his brothers back to their home with instructions to bring back their youngest brother when they return. Only then would Simeon be allowed to go free. Joseph had the brothers' sacks filled with grain, and returned the payment for the grain on top of the bag. The brothers then went on their way.
The brothers returned home and told Jacob what had happened. Jacob was devastated -- he had already lost Joseph, the son he loved so well, and now he had lost Simeon to prison. And if the brothers had their way, Jacob would also lose Benjamin. The thought was surely unbearable for Jacob and he stalled sending them off as long as possible. The brothers remained until they were almost out of grain then once again begged Jacob to send Benjamin with them. Jacob reluctantly agreed and the brothers returned to Egypt. When they returned Joseph called for them to dine at his home. There is where the story ends for today.
The brothers returned home and told Jacob what had happened. Jacob was devastated -- he had already lost Joseph, the son he loved so well, and now he had lost Simeon to prison. And if the brothers had their way, Jacob would also lose Benjamin. The thought was surely unbearable for Jacob and he stalled sending them off as long as possible. The brothers remained until they were almost out of grain then once again begged Jacob to send Benjamin with them. Jacob reluctantly agreed and the brothers returned to Egypt. When they returned Joseph called for them to dine at his home. There is where the story ends for today.
Proverbs 4:7 - 10
Wisdom and good judgement are two of the most important traits you can seek for yourself. I have seen "Wisdom" referred to over and over again in Proverbs. Referred to as a "she", she should be embraced and shared with others. What makes a person wise, aside from life experience?
Conclusion
I enjoy reading many different parts of the Bible each day. It certainly helps me to not get bored or discouraged. I don't have to "get through" all of the Old Testament to get to the accounts of Jesus. But sometimes I wish that the stories weren't broken up so because I really want to read what happens next. Yes, I know what happens next, and yes, I've read this far before in the Old Testament -- but I still want to see what happens next all over again. Oh well, gives me something to look forward to!
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