On the way to Egypt, Jacob stopped at Beersheba - a special place for him and Isaac (26:4) and there God confirmed that it would alright for Jacob and his clan to settle in Egpyt. Unlike God's warning to Isaac, God blessed and gave a plan for him and his family in Egypt. Then the Bible gives an account of all of Jacob's clan which does become confusing but the bottom line is that 70 people were on that trek along with all of the the stuff that was accumulated by Jacob since Canaan days. Jacob and Joseph were very happy to see each other again. Joseph knew that Jacob would encourage him. Joseph still had his important work to do for Pharaoh. Until now, Joseph was probably the only person in Egypt who served the real God. The Egyptians served idols. But now Joseph had Jacob to support him. Joseph arranged a place where his brothers could work. They would continue to be shepherds albeit under the guise of livestock raisers since shepherds were a detestable occupation. So, they would not become rulers. But Joseph continued his important work for Pharaoh.
Long day yesterday on my first day back. Still glad it's over with and heading back home tonight. Did my minute holiday decorating in my apartment to get me in the "holiday"spirit. Tomorrow is the tree getting and more stuff to do for Christmas.
Praise for today: Praise be to God, who has not rejected my prayer or withheld his love from me! Ps 66:20
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