God’s Presence and Favor

 Genesis 39-41; Luke 16 

“The Lord was with Joseph and he prospered, and he lived in the house of his Egyptian master. When his master saw that the Lord was with him and that the Lord gave him success in everything he did, Joseph found favor in his eyes and became his attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household and entrusted to his care everything he owned.”

Genesis 39:2-4

The presence of God in our lives is noticed by others and can bring favor with others. It can also attract spiritual warfare and jealousy. Joseph valued the presence and favor of God in his life, more than the favor of men. When tested by Potiphar’s wife, Joseph honored God and resisted temptation. The favor and presence of God in our lives is an aroma of Christ. In his letter to the Corinthians, Paul said that it is the fragrance of life to some and of death to others. The faithfulness of Joseph in Potiphar’s household led to his eventual leadership of all Egypt. If we are faithful with a little, God will make us ruler over much.

Where are we being called to go in greater faithfulness and with enjoyment of God’s presence and favor?

“Lord God, thank you for your presence and favor in my life. All I have I give back to you, for your glory.”