Today's reading in Genesis 39-41 begins the story of Joseph in Egypt. "When his master saw that the Lord was with him and that the Lord gave him success in everything he did, Joseph found favor in his eyes and became his attendant." Potiphar was basking in the glory of Joseph's favor with God. Joseph's strong faith and moral uprightness were fine with Potiphar as long as they benefited him. Now, enter Potiphar's wife. Pride would not let her listen to Joseph's arguments. She was a woman scorned, and she wanted revenge. Potiphar was also full of pride and anger when he sent his faithful servant to jail. Even in prison, the Lord is with Joseph, where he is soon in charge of all the prisoners. His response to Pharoah is consistent with his character: "I cannot do it. God will give Pharoah the answer. . . ."
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