‘Do not fear, for am I in the place of God? As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today.’3 Notice that Joseph asserts two seemingly incompatible truths – his brothers intended to work evil, but God intended to work good. This statement essentially shows forth the mystery of God’s sovereignty. God fully rules over even the evil intents of His subjects, yet man is fully responsible for the evil acts he commits. God’s rule over man’s choices does not negate the fact that man makes sinful choices and
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