ASLC Devotions -- Monday

Genesis 48:21 Then Israel said to Joseph, ‘I am about to die, but God will be with you and will bring you again to the land of your ancestors.

Parents and grandparents, indeed all of our elder, our forefathers and foremothers, give us many gifts. We learn many things from those who have gained knowledge and wisdom through life's experiences. It is always a good idea to listen carefully to what we can learn from those who have seen more. And, as we are able to be in the position to share wisdom and knowledge, to remember to do that with grace and care.

Of all the gifts we can receive from generations past and all the gifts we can pass on to the generations to come, there is nothing more significant than faith. There is nothing more significant we can share or receive than the blessing it is to know that God will be with us. Israel (also known as Jacob) was about to die and was passing on some final wisdom and assurances to his son Joseph. The final word that he wanted to leave was a word of faith and promise and hope. "God will be with you." What are the gifts of faith you have received? How have you passed them along?

In Christ,
Pastor Seth

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