| Joseph |
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Joseph loved the colours Of the coat his father bought. He didn't understand his dreams Like he thought he ought. His brothers watched in envy, Disgusted at "Daddy's pet", So, they told their father he was dead; Took his coat ~ put blood on it. But, Joseph was like Jesus. He went on before. He worked and won the favour Of another country's store. And, when the time was dreary With famine far and near, Joseph just sat watching for His family to appear. He had gathered grain and built Those many storage buildings there. In the land of Egypt, they fared well, With even food to spare. So, forced by growling stomachs, His brothers finally came; Bowing down before him To ask for sacks of grain. Joseph knew, so quickly, Just who these brothers were. But, he had changed a lot and they Remembered only with a blur. He made a special dinner And served them all, with grace. He had to leave, a time or two, To wipe the tear stains from his face. They were so frightened when they found That Joseph was their brother. They knew their evil deed deserved Justice from Another. But, Joseph chose a different path; Forgave, saved their families and their wives. He said, "You meant it unto evil. But, God is always wise." "He meant it unto good and, now, I give His good to you. With thankful heart, I'm glad that I Can do what He sent me to do." |
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