The Long Way
Reflecting on the story of Joseph has brought tears to my eyes. (Genesis 37-50) I think about the life journey he took getting to his destiny and purpose. God gave him a vision of what was to come at an early age. Joseph made the mistake of sharing the vision with haters. But what he did not realize was that his mistake which caused his brothers to put him in the pit was part of the master plan to get him to the palace. Joseph's journey from the pit to Potiphar's place, to prison was preparing him for the palace. Without all of those experiences, Joseph would have lacked the wisdom and maturity to carry out his purpose. Whatever you are going through right now is preparing you to take your place at your palace (place of your purpose). I cried because I was grateful for all of the things God has brought me through in preparation for the palace (poyp). Don't complain, prepare for the palace.

Recompense and Reward
There is a law in the Kingdom of God that is similar to the Law of Sowing and Reaping. This morning, while reading a devotional, I saw a perfect example of this Law of Recompense and Reward. In the book of Genesis, chapter 42, verses 21-22, it speaks of how Joseph's brothers realized that the actions they carried out against Joseph had come back upon them. Every action that we carry out has a corresponding recompense or reward. If we do something bad, we can expect a recompense. If we do something good, we can expect a reward. This is a law which corresponds with the Law of Sowing and Reaping. Every action brings about a reaction whether for good or bad. We must take these laws and apply them to our daily lives. Since the Kingdom of God is ran by God's law which is His Word, if we consider ourselves to be Kingdom citizens, we must have an understanding of these laws.

The Importance of Partnership cont...

...they valued the "partnership mentality" between a husband and wife. Even the word partner means one who shares. Sharing a life together in every area is powerful and a great example of what our partnership should be like with the Lord our King. When you are in relationship (partnership) with the Lord, Jesus Christ, you are empowered supernaturally to operate in this earth realm. God is glorified through this partnership and we are able to accomplish the purpose for which He placed us here on the earth.

The Importance Of Partnership

One of the most powerful partnerships that exist on this earth is the partnership between a husband and wife. It is wonderful to see a segment of society begin to utilize the power of this partnership.
When husbands and wives work together for a common goal, there is a much greater result than if either of them worked on a goal alone. Look at Deut.32:30 and Eccl.4:9-12. These scriptures show us how partnership multiplies the power to accomplish the purposes of those in the partnership. There is no other partnership on the earth as intimate as the partnership between a husband and wife. Marriage between a husband and wife has the blessing of God. Husbands and wives have the potential to be partners in every area of life. They can work together in their vocation, in their family life and in their relationship with each other. Society as a whole would benefit greatly if...

I have come to the revelation that people who are of great benefit to the Kingdom of God are constantly under attack. The enemy knows how effective they are and tries to limit their ability to take territory for the Kingdom. So be encouraged if you are putting God's Kingdom and His righteousness first. Don't faint, keep doing what you are doing and be aware that you are on the enemy's radar!

God never ceases to amaze me with His ability to show Himself strong in the midst of adverse situations and crazy circumstances. He is awesome in the way He directs our paths in uncomfortable places we wish we could avoid. The wisdom gained through our experiences is invaluable. We are being prepared for our purpose with such a great focus that there is nothing that will deter us from accomplishing what God has assigned us to do. Our flesh will always look for what feels good, is familiar and comfortable. But God is preparing us for the times we live in. We must be able to operate as sons of God in His Kingdom. Romans 8:19

Cont. ...Joshua excellent instructions on how to go through this birthing process. Joshua 1:6-9 We have to stay focused on the assignment. We have to keep God's Word in our mouth. We are to live by God's Word. And we have to remember that God is with us through our assignment.