11Then their father Israel said to them, “If it must be so, then do this: Put some of the best products of the land in your packs and carry them down as a gift for the man—a little balm and a little honey, spices and myrrh, pistachios and almonds. 12Take double the money with you so that you may return the money that was put back into in the mouths of your sacks. Perhaps it was a mistake. 13Take your brother as well, and return to the man at once. 14May God Almightygrant you mercy before the man so that he will release your other brother along with Benjamin. As for me, if I am bereaved, I am bereaved.”
15So the men took these gifts, along with double the amount of money, and Benjamin as well. They made their way down to Egypt and stood before Joseph.
It’s interesting to note that ten brothers originally went to Egypt each carrying money and Israel tells them to take double the money. That is 20 units of money. (Silver)
Genesis 37:28 (ESV)
28 Then Midianite traders passed by. And they drew Joseph up and lifted him out of the pit, and sold him to the Ishmaelites for twenty shekels of silver. They took Joseph to Egypt.
“As for me, if I am bereaved, I am bereaved.” Israel wasn’t putting his trust in the Lord. He was worried what tomorrow may bring.
Matthew 6:34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.
God has a plan, it started years ago. Soon they will see, but for now they are still unaware (blind) of His stewardship over their lives.
Are you bereaved or do you put your trust in the Lord?
Blessings, David
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