And it came to pass, when his master heard the words of his wife, which she spake unto him, saying, After this manner did thy servant to me; that his wrath was kindled.
Verses 19-23 - Joseph's master believed the accusation. Potiphar, it is likely, chos that prison, because it was the worst; but God designed to open the way to Joseph's honour. Joseph was owned and righted by his God. He wa away from all his friends and relations; he had none to help or comfor him; but the Lord was with Joseph, and showed him mercy. Those tha have a good conscience in a prison, have a good God there. God gave his favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison; he trusted him to manage the affairs of the prison. A good man will do good wherever he is, and will be a blessing even in bonds and banishment. Let us no forget, through Joseph, to look unto Jesus, who suffered being tempted yet without sin; who was slandered, and persecuted, and imprisoned, but without cause; who by the cross ascended to the throne. May we be enabled to follow the same path in submitting and in suffering, to the same place of glory __________________________________________________________________
