
It is hard to choose a favourite character from the multitude of characters in the Bible, and every person is bound to have their favourite. Personally, I look towards Joseph (no, not the father of Jesus though he is also a close favourite, but Jacobs son) as one of my favourite characters. Despite being from the Old Testament, the tribulations of Joseph closely mirrors the tribulations that a Christian will face in their day-to day life. Joseph had many things happen to him, time after time again, but he always maintained a good attitude and his trust in God. And because of his consistent faith, he always found favour in whatever situation he found himself in.
Joseph overcame all the challenges of life he had starting from his elder brothers’ jealousy to survive being killed by his jealous brothers, and surviving the jail term given to him over false accusations and finally being lifted up to the exalted position of the Egyptian Prime Minister. Joseph’s character is worthy of emulation. I wonder how many can resist the temptation from Joseph overcame all the challenges of life he had starting from his elder brothers’ jealousy to survive being killed by his jealous brothers, and surviving the jail term given to him over false accusations and finally being lifted up to the exalted position of Egyptian Prime Minister. Joseph’s character is worthy of emulation. I wonder how many young men in this our generation could do what Joseph did, resist the temptation Joseph resisted from Potipher’s wife, or be ready to embrace people who had even tried to kill you.
Throughout his life, Joseph maintained continuous awareness of God’s presence and grace toward him, and so managed to excel at every task to which he put his hand. Above all, he let go of the many serious injustices he had suffered and lived as one without any grievances. And that’s why Joseph is my favourite character. Who’s yours and why do you like him so? Let us know below.