"When Your 'Is Not' Is" - Bro. James Ruckman - 02/01/15 Sunday AM

I. Jacob's beloved child

A. Joseph was a delight to his father.

B. Joseph was despised by his brothers.

C. Joseph was a dreamer.

II. Joseph's beloved coat

Things are not always as they appear to be.

A. A statement of despair

B. A statement of deceit

C. A statement of defeat

Jacob began operating according to His senses and not by the Spirit.

Jacob refused to be comforted.

Walking by sight leads to disillusionment, defeat, discouragement, despair, and death.

What dreams has God given you?

How much have you invested in your Joseph?

III. Jehovah's blessed care

A. The providence of God

B. The promise of God fulfilled Genesis 45:25