Just when it seemed that things were going to move up and out for Joseph, the people he depended on to help him completely forgot about him (40:23). God, however, had not forgotten Joseph. And that is all that matters. People can be so consumed by their own agendas and plans that you can easily find yourself neglected and forgotten. Have you ever felt completely overlooked, under-utilised, unacknowledged? It is important that you don’t depend on people to move you ahead in life. God will of course use people to help you forwards in life, but you must depend on God alone to make your path ahead and not the people he uses. So many people are left frustrated and angry because others did not acknowledge them for certain achievements or opportunities. They think that these people are standing in the way of their advancement in life. This is not the case. If God calls you to something, he will lead you there and nothing can stand in the way. You just need to be patient and stay with God. Joseph’s story is a testament to the fact that God gets his children to their destination no matter how much other people mistreat or neglect them. But let this also be a reminder to us to bless others where we ourselves would desire to be blessed. Acknowledge and celebrate the potential that you see in others. Do everything you can to help them realise their calling.
Reflect on whether you are depending on people or God to move you ahead in life. Recommit your ways to God.
Read Genesis 40
