Day 2: God’s Favor Remains in the Midst of Opposition

God’s favor on your life may not always be celebrated by others; sometimes, it brings misunderstanding, jealousy, or even opposition from those closest to you. Joseph was hated by his own brothers because of the favor God placed on him, and sometimes those who should support you are the very ones who try to tear you down. Yet, God’s favor is not dependent on human approval. Even in the midst of friction, family conflict, or being overlooked, God’s hand remains on you, and He can still bless and elevate you in spite of others’ opinions.

Genesis 39:20-23 (KJV)
And Joseph’s master took him, and put him into the prison, a place where the king’s prisoners were bound: and he was there in the prison. But the LORD was with Joseph, and shewed him mercy, and gave him favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison. And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph’s hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it. The keeper of the prison looked not to any thing that was under his hand; because the LORD was with him, and that which he did, the LORD made it to prosper.

Reflection: Who in your life has misunderstood or opposed you because of God’s blessings, and how can you respond with grace and perseverance, trusting God’s favor to sustain you?

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