How did Joseph thrive when he was imprisoned?
Genesis 39:20-23
20 And cast Joseph into the prison, where the king’s prisoners were kept, and he was there shut up. 21 But the Lord was with Joseph and having mercy upon him gave him favour in the sight of the chief keeper of the prison: 22 Who delivered into his hand all the prisoners that were kept in custody: and whatsoever was done was under him. 23 Neither did he himself know any thing, having committed all things to him: for the Lord was with him, and made all that he did to prosper.
Genesis 39:21-23
21 But the Lord was with Joseph and having mercy upon him gave him favour in the sight of the chief keeper of the prison: 22 Who delivered into his hand all the prisoners that were kept in custody: and whatsoever was done was under him. 23 Neither did he himself know any thing, having committed all things to him: for the Lord was with him, and made all that he did to prosper.
Genesis 39:23
23 Neither did he himself know any thing, having committed all things to him: for the Lord was with him, and made all that he did to prosper.
Catholic view (generated):
Joseph thrived in prison through his unwavering faith in God, his trust in God's plan for his life, and his willingness to serve others even in difficult circumstances. He remained faithful and obedient to God, which allowed him to find favor with both God and his captors. Ultimately, Joseph's imprisonment was a stepping stone to fulfilling God's greater purpose for him, as he eventually rose to a position of power and influence in Egypt.
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