The king sent and released him, the ruler of peoples set him free. He made him master of his household, ruler over all he possessed, to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom.
Psalm 105:20-22 NIV
There does not seem to be anything that has a beginning without an ending. The previous chapter of Joseph’s life started with this summary from verse 17: “Joseph, sold as a slave“. However, this beginning is not without purpose. It is a necessary preparation leading to a manifestation of God’s plan.
Despite the delay in Joseph’s manifestation, God’s perfect timing prevailed, and he experienced a remarkable transformation. He was released from prison. He transitioned from a man confined to a prison cell to a position of power and authority in the palace. Joseph, sold as a slave, now made master and ruler over the land. What a glorious transformation it was!
I pray that your own time of manifestation will come in Jesus’ name, your time of glorification and enthronement. May the Lord bring about a new dawn in your life and remove every ‘binding shackles and iron’ that might have been holding you back till now. May He bring you to your place of fulfilment and may His plans for your life be fully materialized by your hand in Jesus’ name.
Meanwhile, like Joseph, God is inviting us into the same experience – the necessary making for manifestation. There would be no manifestation without the required preparation. It would not matter much whether we are aware of the duration for the preparation for our own ‘palace’. So, it is sufficient to say that we need only to trust and follow God all the way. We can be sure that He will bring us into the place of fulfilment at the right time.
Remember, God is able to do far beyond all that you could ever ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20). Therefore, don’t lose hope in the face of the present challenges. Likewise, do not allow the present suffering and challenges rob you of the promised glory here on earth and the eternal reward of waiting on the Lord. Always depend on the Lord for strength so that you never lack the strength to continue.
Furthermore, hold on to the promise of glory here on earth and the eternal reward of waiting on the Lord. Trust in His faithfulness, for He is always with you, guiding you toward your purpose.
May your life be a testament to the power of God’s preparation and manifestation, bringing forth His plans in your life. Keep pressing forward and never lose sight of the greatness that awaits you.