God’s greater purpose

In Genesis 50:19-20, Joseph’s brothers come before him, fearful that he will seek retribution for the wrongs they committed against him. However, instead of taking revenge, Joseph reassures them, saying that he is not in the place of God and will not be the one to punish them. He acknowledges that while they intended harm, God used their actions for a greater purpose-to bring about good. There is no doubt that Joseph endured great suffering and injustice, from being sold into slavery to being falsely imprisoned. Yet, despite everything, he overcame these trials through faith and perseverance. We often don’t like to dwell on the reality of evil in our lives, but the truth is, we live in a fallen world where hardship and injustice are inevitable. Even if we are not facing outright evil, difficult situations can become openings for the enemy to sow doubt, fear, and bitterness in our hearts. Ephe- sians 6:12 reminds us that our struggle is not just against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of darkness. If we are not vigilant, evil can consume us. However, Romans 12:21 instructs us to resist being overcome by evil and instead to overcome evil with good. This is exactly what Joseph did-he chose forgiveness over vengeance, faith over despair, and in doing so, he and his family were ultimately blessed. Joseph’s story serves as a powerful reminder that God can redeem even the most painful circumstances for His greater purpose. The question is, when faced with injustice or hardship, how will you respond? Will you allow bitterness and resentment to take root, or will you choose to trust in God’s plan and respond with His goodness? The choice to overcome evil with good is not always easy, but it is the path that leads to true victory and blessing.