Episode 289 - Grace Instead of Revenge

Years after Joseph’s brothers sold him into slavery, they came to Egypt searching for food. They stood before Joseph without recognizing him. Now Joseph had the power, and they were completely at his mercy.Joseph could have used that moment to punish them for the pain they had caused. Instead, he chose grace.Genesis 45 says, “Joseph said unto his brethren, Come near to me, I pray you.” Rather than pushing them away, Joseph drew them near and provided for their needs.Forgiveness does not pretend the wrong never happened, but it refuses to let yesterday’s hurt control today’s response.Someone may have wounded you deeply, and you may now have an opportunity to hurt them in return. Follow Joseph’s example. Leave justice with God, release your desire for revenge, and choose grace.