Read Genesis 46--48 Humility to Receive a Blessing Jacob is a great man, but so is the Pharaoh who invited Jacob to live in Egypt. Here is why I say that. Genesis 47:7 shows Pharaoh doing something that is unimaginable for the king of a people who despise shepherds, 7 Then Joseph brought in his father Jacob and set him before Pharaoh; and Jacob blessed Pharaoh (Gen. 47:7). Jacob is a shepherd, but Pharaoh despises shepherds, yet, he receives a blessing from Jacob. In Egypt, Pharaoh was great therefore, he did the giving, but here this Pharaoh receives. I hope Pharaoh continued in humility. If so, we can look forward to meeting this man. Don Ruhl Church of Christ 220 NE Savage Street Grants Pass, Oregon 97526-1310 541-476-3100 http://www.plymouth-church.com/dons_corner2.html http://associate.com/groups/emaildevotionals/