Student Choice Assignment

In the Old Testament, reading through Genesis chapters 24-50 we learn about the story of Jacob and his son Joseph, who received the "coat of many colors." Jacob had twelve sons, and they were named: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Dan, Naphtali, Gad, Asher, Isaachar, Zebulun, Joseph, and Benjamin. In the story of Joseph, he was a very humble and obedient man and his brothers became envious of him, I think because of his righteous doings and the example he set for all those around him. Joseph's brothers were so negative toward him, that they even sold him into Egypt because of their anger and jealousy toward him. Although Joseph faced many trials and was betrayed by his brothers, he stayed faithful and did not show resentment and still loved and forgave them for what they had done to him. Joseph resembles a lot of Christ-like attributes because he was so quick to forgive and his heart was always full of love and gratitude toward his family and his Heavenly Father. He was merciful and compassionate, especially during those times when he had every right to be upset and hold grudges toward his brothers, but he didn't. Joseph's challenges are a lot like the challenges that we face in the world today. We experience a lot of competition and are always comparing ourselves to others. When this happens, we are easy to find fault in others and in ourselves and hold bitter feelings and jealousy. It's important to remember the example and the story of Joseph because even though we experience trials and adversity, we can still find the strength to be forgiving, loving, and understanding of those around us, even family. Love others as we love ourselves and do good unto them, even at times when it's hard to. The Lord loves us all perfectly and we should strive to treat others this way and to follow in the footsteps of our Savior Jesus Christ.