Genesis 39 WHEN DOING THE RIGHT THING COSTS YOU My attitude and mindset are more important than my difficulties. When Joseph was taken to Egypt by the Ishmaelite trades, he was purchased by Potiphar, an Egyptian Officer. Potiphar was captain of the guard for Pharoah, the king of Egypt. Genesis 39:1 “Life is made up of 10% of what happens to me and 90% of how I respond.” - Chuck Swindoll 2. Difficult times can either DEVELOP me or DESTROY me. From the day Joseph was put in charge of his master's household and property, the Lord began to bless Potiphar's household for Joseph's sake. All his household affairs ran smoothly, and his crops and livestock flourished. Genesis 39:5 " Life with God is not immunity from difficulties, but peace within difficulties." - C.S. Lewis James 1:2; Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. 3. My job is obedience. God's job is the results. But Joseph refused. “Look,” he told her, "my master trusts me with everything in his entire household. No one here has more authority than 1 do. He has held back nothing from me except you, because you are his wife. How could I do such a wicked thing? It would be a great sin against God." Genesis 39:8-9 When dealing with temptation… Liberty does not equal license. Everything is spiritual. Don't set yourself up RUN 4. God's presence can be with me in both the good times and the bad. Verse 2; “The Lord was with Joseph.” Verse 3; “The Lord was with Joseph.” Verse 21; “The Lord was with Joseph.” Verse 23; “The Lord was with Joseph.” NEXT STEPS Look for God's purpose beyond your difficulties. Read the entire story of Joseph (Genesis 37-49). Next Sunday: Episode 3 - Prison