How refreshing it was to get together at S's home for a much needed time of fellowship in the Lord. We had such fun taking this pic!
We helped ourselves to heaping bowls of pasta...
Healthy Salad...
Homemade Bread...
Freshly squeezed lemonade, minted tea, & cucumber water...
And headed outside to the garden.
All of the beautiful arrangements displayed the garden's finest!
And then it was time for more on the life of Joseph. We began this study last year and had to put it on hold as we led a Women's Retreat. It felt GOOD to get back to it!
This month we read the account in Genesis that pertained to segments 16-18 of the movie. It was thrilling to see Joseph exalted from prison to ruler over all Egypt, second only to Pharaoh!!!
Some good discussion came out of this...
1) Joseph was falsely accused and in prison over two years. He wanted to get out and began using his own resources to change things. When you know the Lord this does not work. We are to wait on Him. He knows what we need and when we need it and is well able to provide for us regardless of circumstances. Joseph's release and exultation is a wonderful example of what all believers in the Lord have to look forward to.
2) The Lord warned Pharoah of SEVEN YEARS OF FAMINE that were coming on the land. We discussed the current recession which began in 2008 and how it has affected us and those we know.
There is nothing like the Word of God. It is ALIVE and will change your life. If you want to know God and have a relationship with Him you will do so in His Word. Only He can reveal it to you so ask Him. SEEK HIM and you will find Him.
The evening ended with S's delicious Cherry Pineapple Cheesecake and enjoyable conversation. Thank you Lord for the sisters you have given us to be a good example for you and encourage us in this life.
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