Joseph’s response to an impossible situation shows what steady, merciful obedience looks like. Before he had clarity, he led with character. Before he had answers, he chose compassion. His life reminds us that holiness and kindness are never opposites, and that real obedience often looks quiet, humble, and costly.
Follow-Up Questions:
- Where might God be calling you to let character lead before clarity comes?
- How can Joseph’s example reshape the way you respond when you feel wronged or uncertain?
- Which of Joseph’s “four P’s” — Pause, Pray, Protect, or Proceed — do you need to practice today?