Reuben: Afraid to Speak Out
By Alicia Mason. Filed in Daily Bible Reading |
I’ve often criticized Reuben when he suggests they put Joseph in a pit rather than kill him so Reuben can rescue him later. Reuben did not want to stand up to all of his brothers and simply say they should let Joseph go. I then realized, I’m just like him. There are times when I am afraid to say something in defense of God and His principles and instead make a noncommittal answer. I often get my courage later when I am alone. I think, I should have said this. But at the time, I’m afraid, there is no other excuse.
One of the most incredible things about the Bible is all of the characters we can relate to and see how God used them despite their shortcomings. I pray daily that He will use me despite my shortcomings as well.