As the Day Ends “God will surely come to your aid…” —Genesis 50:25, NIV. Joseph’s final words looked beyond the country where he had spent most of his life. Egypt had become the setting of his work, influence, and family life, yet God’s promise still directed his hope. He asked that his bones eventually beContinue reading “Not Yet Home”
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The Promise Outlives the Pilgrim
By His Word Scripture: Genesis 50:22–26; Hebrews 11:22 There comes a point when we begin thinking less about what we can accomplish and more about what we will leave behind. We wonder what our children will remember, whether the people we love will be all right, and what will become of the work we haveContinue reading “The Promise Outlives the Pilgrim”
Rest Here, Keep Your Hope Beyond
As the Day Ends “God will surely visit you, and you shall carry up my bones from here.” —Genesis 50:25 Joseph’s final request reveals where his hope rested. Egypt had become the setting of his influence, provision, and family life, yet God’s promise reached beyond its borders. As death approached, Joseph asked his family toContinue reading “Rest Here, Keep Your Hope Beyond”
A Promise That Outlives Us
The Bible in a Year “By faith Joseph, at the end of his life, made mention of the exodus of the Israelites and gave directions concerning his bones.” — Hebrews 11:22, ESV What would you want your final words to leave with the people you love? Perhaps gratitude, reassurance, or a reminder to care forContinue reading “A Promise That Outlives Us”