Favored, Anointed, But Stuck

One test of the depth of our trust in God is revealed when we do the right thing, but it does not bring about the desired results. Joseph has shown that he is deeply committed to honor God and to faithfully serve others. Even though he has endured incredible mistreatment, his heart is fixed on continuing to trust God and to use all that God has given him for God’s glory. As Joseph is now living in an Egyptian dungeon for a crime he never committed, God returns Joseph’s anointing for dream interpretation. Joseph’s use of this gift provides an extremely encouraging possibility of being released from the dungeon. Yet, when all is said and done, the favor and anointing God has given Joseph do not change his circumstances. Once again, we find ourselves instructed about growing in trust, operating in anointing and blessing others when our own personal circumstances may cause us to feel perpetually stuck.