The Penalties for Favoritism

With so much resentment and anger building up in the family, a crisis was imminent and would yield severe repercussions. Unresolved anger is dangerous since it doesn’t remain static but evolves into hatred.  Compassion and understanding diminish as deep-seated animosity forms to harden the heart. 

  

Joseph’s brothers were waiting for an opportunity to get revenge for Joseph’s flaunting his position as favorite son of their father. Joseph was special because his mother Rachel was the soulmate and love of Jacob’s life. Favoritism is inexcusable because it generates hatred and envy to the point of becoming explosive.

Hatred is dangerous because it can become lethal when projected onto others. The good news is that hatred can be neutralized by sincerely asking God to bless the one who is the object of your hatred. In your clearest, most distinct, audible voice, continuously ask God to bless the one you hate. God will cause hatred to dissolve so you can praise and thank him for the freedom you now possess.  

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“But I say to you who listen now to me, practice loving your enemies, practice doing good to those who hate you, continue to bless those who curse you, and continue to pray for those who abuse you.”

~LUKE 6:27-28 Williams