Famine struck everywhere, and Jacob and his family seemed destined to suffer greatly. But God, in His providence, who never forgets those He loves, had prepared a storehouse for them. He warned the Egyptians of the coming scarcity, leading them to save grain during the years of plenty. Jacob never expected help from Egypt, yet that was where his salvation lay. Believer, even when everything feels stacked against you, know that God has a reserve for you; amidst your trials, there is relief coming.

He will deliver you somehow, and provide for you somewhere. Help may come from the most unexpected source, but it will come at your moment of need, and you will praise the name of the Lord. If people don’t feed you, ravens will; if the earth doesn’t produce, heaven will rain down manna. Be courageous and rest calmly in the Lord.

God can make the sun rise in the west if He chooses, even turning distress into delight. The grain in Egypt was in Joseph's hands; he controlled its distribution. Likewise, the abundance of providence is fully in the hands of our Lord Jesus. He will generously provide for His people. Joseph eagerly helped his family, and Jesus is always faithful in His care for His brothers and sisters.

We must seek the help God provides. Don’t sit in despair, but act. Prayer will bring us into the presence of our royal Brother. Once there, we only need to ask, and we will receive; His treasures are endless. There’s still plenty, and His heart is kind. He will give to us. Lord, forgive our unbelief, and tonight, draw us to receive grace upon grace from Your fullness.