Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Genesis 37:1-4
by: Linda Harris.
Jacob showed favoritism to Joseph through the gift of a splendid robe, triggering the jealousy of Joseph’s brothers. This robe was meant for show, not for work. To make matters worse, Joseph took tales of his brothers’ misdeeds to their father. As a result, the brothers would not speak peaceably to him.
Romans 12:18 says, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone” (NIV). When conflicts come, we must make every effort to be sure that our actions do not cause dissension.