47 Days of Justice 2024 - Day 30: Don’t allow injustices in your life to define who you are.

“When Joseph was taken to Egypt by the Ishmaelite traders, he was purchased by Potiphar, an Egyptian officer. Potiphar was captain of the guard for Pharaoh, the king of Egypt. The Lord was with Joseph, so he succeeded in everything he did as he served in the home of his Egyptian master. Potiphar noticed this and realized that the Lord was with Joseph, giving him success in everything he did. This pleased Potiphar, so he soon made Joseph his personal attendant. He put him in charge of his entire household and everything he owned.”

‭‭Genesis‬ ‭39:1-4‬ ‭NLT‬‬

A few years ago I was allowing thoughts to occupy my mind having to do with certain injustices against me and against my family. Mainly, I was wondering at the contempt shown towards me by those against whom I had never raised a hand. That was the gist of the thoughts.

In the midst of this thought process about my being treated unjustly, the Lord clearly spoke that He was offended by my thoughts. The Lord went on to explain to me that the thoughts in which I was engaging, were actually an indictment against Him!

Now, I was surprised by the Lord’s reproof. I know that He only wants good things for me. I also know that He is just. These thoughts were about what other people were doing, not an accusation or complaint against God.

The Lord then helped me to understand that I am in His hand and no one can change what He will do for me. Therefore, dwelling on what others have done for me is like saying that they can alter my ability to fulfill His purposes for me. It was like saying that the Lord’s promises were thwarted by mere man. WOW! I had honestly never thought about it that way.

When we have been on the receiving end of an injustice, the enemy may try to make us use the injustice as a legitimate excuse to throw in the towel. But God has given each of us a work to do! No matter the injustices we may encounter, we must not let those injustices define who we are—much less—Who God is!

Additionally, we must not let those injustices be internalized to the point that we see ourselves as being a helpless and hopeless victim. Having put our trust in our Lord, we must keep our eyes on Him, following Him no matter what injustice may cross our path. Remember, the Lord is our Judge, our Lawgiver, and our King. Therefore, we are not victims. We are the children of God!

Now, if anyone ever had a reason to become embittered and despondent, it was Joseph. For sure, he had every reason (in the natural) to give up on the grandiose dreams he had. After all, he was sold into slavery by his own flesh and blood!

In our opening scripture we see that contrary to giving up, Joseph continues to be who God made him to be. Yes, he is a slave; but he is an excellent slave!

The ability to persevere through difficulty, mastering any situation thrown our way, was addressed by the Apostle Paul:

“Not that I speak from [any personal] need, for I have learned to be content [and self-sufficient through Christ, satisfied to the point where I am not disturbed or uneasy] regardless of my circumstances. I know how to get along and live humbly [in difficult times], and I also know how to enjoy abundance and live in prosperity. In any and every circumstance I have learned the secret [of facing life], whether well-fed or going hungry, whether having an abundance or being in need. I can do all things [which He has called me to do] through Him who strengthens and empowers me [to fulfill His purpose—I am self-sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency; I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him who infuses me with inner strength and confident peace.]”

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4:11-13‬ ‭AMP‬‬

In the above scripture we see the full context of the oft quoted, “I can do all things through Christ Who strengthens me.” Paul

wasn’t only referencing the ability, through Christ, to do whatever he needed to do, he was talking about continuing to do what the Lord has sent him to do, no matter what he must endure in the doing.

Now, back to Joseph. He is excelling—even as a slave—because the Lord is with him. Not only that, other people are beginning to notice!

Peace to you.

Jesus is coming! Get ready for Him!

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