The Life of a Dreamer- Application

I think it is time to wrap up this series on Joseph.  However, I cannot end this series without the most vital component which is application.  Many, many people regard the Bible as a dusting, boring old book with little relevance.  People who say this have missed the application part.  It might be that Sunday school teachers or ministers taught and preached and presented memory verses and missed the big question, "WHY?" 

My life has taken several turns lately.  Some by choice and some not.  One turn is coming to the end of my degree and starting my practicum and internship requirements.  I had searched for over a year for a practicum site.  It seemed that every good possibility fell through for some reason.  It was distressing.  BUT, I can tell you that without the story of Joseph, and the reminder that God is sovereign over the big picture, I would have been much more discouraged. 

Another turn was leaving a career in ministry work.  Changes in career are tough and there were many tough choices to make.  I relied on the wisdom of scripture and the reminder to always take the high road in life. 

Finally, Amanda and I have begun to attend a new church. Getting to know a lot of new people is a challenge.  However, the transition to being known and respected by a congregation to not being known means that people do not know what we bring to the table.  It can be frustrating starting again from scratch.  I consider the many times Joseph was knocked back to square one.  How he responded when he went from slave to prisoner.  He stayed faithful, diligently did his work, and took every opportunity God gave him.  Glory to God because he has given me opportunities.  He provided me with an internship at the last minute.  He blessed Amanda with opportunities to increase income and meet our needs.  He will bless us as we seek to minister in a new church.  Glory to God for he was at work in Joseph's life, He is at work in my life, and He is at work in yours.