Playing the Long Game by Chris Dew Ministries Embracing God's Presence in Suffering Genesis 39:20-23 So Joseph’s master arrested him and put him in the same prison where the king’s prisoners were kept. While Joseph was in prison, the Lord was with him. The Lord reached out to him with his unchanging love and gave him protection. The Lord also put Joseph on good terms with the warden. So the warden placed Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in that prison. Joseph became responsible for everything that they were doing. The warden paid no attention to anything under Joseph’s care because the Lord was with Joseph and made whatever he did successful. Throughout Joseph's trials, we see a recurring phrase: "the Lord was with him." Even in the depths of prison, God's presence remained constant. This mirrors the promise Jesus gave us in Matthew 28:20, "I am with you always." Reflect on a time when you felt God's presence in the midst of suffering. How did this change your perspective? Today, practice awareness of God's presence in every circumstance, both joyful and challenging. Remember, like Joseph, your current situation is not your final destination. God's presence can transform even the darkest prison into a place of purpose and growth. #YouversionDevotion #ChrisDewMinistries #Allthings #Godisinthedetails