Move On

Joseph was a good young man. He was seventeen when his own jealous brothers sold him to Ishmaelite traders. He was taken to Egypt —away from his family and his home. This was a traumatic experience. But Joseph did not use what happened to him as an excuse. He did not become bitter. He did not become a rebel or a lawbreaker. He no doubt felt hurt and rejected. A lot of people in his shoes would have let their anger bum until they were filled with hate. But Joseph never let the past get the best of him. He went forward, like we all must if we are to be faithful. Pain can lead to anger, anger can lead to resentment, and resentment can lead to hate. But Joseph would not let his feelings destroy him. He got on with his life. Joseph let go of what his brothers…