Behold, the fear of the Lord is wisdom, and to depart from evil is understanding. (Job 28: 28).
The checkered life of Joseph was not by chance, was ordered by Providence. But how were trained to leave a record that firmness of character, honesty and wisdom? That was the result of careful upbringing in their early years. José consulted to duty before the tilt, and the purity and simple trust of the young fruit brought in the actions of man. The brightest talents are worthless unless they are used, work habits, strength of character and good mental qualities are no accident. God gives opportunity, success depends on our use of them. We must quickly discern opportunities should hold on to Providence and longing (Testimonies, vol 5, pg. 321).
not only for the kingdom of Egypt, but for all nations concerned with that powerful kingdom, God manifested through Joseph. He wanted to make light bearer for all peoples, and placed him in second place after the throne in the greatest empire the world, so that the heavenly light could be extended far and near (Testimonies, vol 2, pp. 477).
Few realize the influence of the little things of life in the character development. No task that we meet is really small. The varied circumstances that we face every day are designed to test our fidelity, have enable us to greater responsibilities. Adhering to the principle in the ordinary transactions of life, the mind gets used to maintain the claims of duty above pleasure and inclinations. Disciplined minds in this way do not hesitate between good and evil, like the reed that trembles in the wind, are loyal to duty because they have developed habits of loyalty and truthfulness. By fidelity at least, have the force to be faithful in larger matters. An upright character is of more value than the gold of Ophir. Without it none can rise to an honorable position. But the character is not inherited. You can not buy. Moral excellence and good mental qualities are not the result of chance. The most precious gifts are worthless unless they are exploited (Patriarchs and Prophets, pp. 223, 224). EGW
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