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Things don't always work out as we expect. Joseph would have had no idea what his brothers were going to do to him as he set off to find them. Things happen to us that we don't expect and certainly didn't plan for. Joseph found himself in a foreign country sold to a foreign master, but still he serves God faithfully.
When things don't go quite as expected, the emotion linked with the situations can be intense. Joseph's father declares that he will mourn until he dies. It can be hard in these situations to trust that God does know the big picture and will be by our side throughout.
Take time today to remember that Jesus has promised to be with us in all situations. Remember that in the workplace, home, family time, quiet times, lonely times, tough times and joyful times. And pray for those you know who find themselves "sold to the Ishmaelites".
Almighty and everlasting God,
you hate nothing that you have made
and forgive the sins of all those who are penitent:
create and make in us new and contrite hearts
that we, worthily lamenting our sins
and acknowledging our wretchedness,
may receive from you, the God of all mercy,
perfect remission and forgiveness;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Collect for the First Sunday of Lent http://www.churchofengland.org/
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