We
may see a parallel between Joseph and “the twelve” (his eleven brothers
and his father, Jacob) and Jesus and “the twelve” (His disciples).
Joseph is leading them into a situation of testing. His long-term
intention is to show them that He loves them. Jesus comes to “the
twelve” in their time of testing. He shows them that He loves them.
Joseph reveals his identity to his family brothers. Jesus reveals His
identity – “those who were in the boat worshipped Him, saying, ‘Truly
You are the Son of God’” (Matthew 14:33). In Psalm 12:7,
we have the great declaration of faith – “You, Lord, will keep the
needy safe and will protect us forever from the wicked.” In both stories
– Joseph and Jesus, we see the salvation and protection of God. In Genesis 50:20,
we read of God’s purpose in the events of the Joseph story – “the
saving of many lives.” In the story of “Jesus … walking on the lake”,
the “terrified” disciples became worshipping disciples (Matthew 14:25-26,33). This is what God’s salvation does in our lives.
"Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you" (Isaiah 60:1). * Let the light of Christ shine. * Let the words of Scripture lead to thoughts of the Saviour. * In Christ, we are called to salvation, sanctification and service. * Be wise – worship the Saviour. Is 60:1-6; Ps 72:1-7,10-14; Eph 3:1-12; Mt 2:1-12
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