When a Dream Is Put Into Our Hearts

“Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more.” – Genesis 37:5 If you were tasked with designing a perfect person who was strong, resourceful, patient, and full of faith, what would you put this person through to create these characteristics? Would you ease their burden by giving them a lot of money or resources? It’s important to remember that every fire needs an obstacle to stay alive. Our fire needs a little help to burn brightly. A favorite story in the Bible reflective of overcoming obstacles is that of Joseph because he embodied so many of our experiences when a dream is put into our hearts. In his family of 11 brothers, Joseph is one of the youngest, and his dad’s favorite. He seems to be a bit naive, and annoying to his siblings. The Lord gave him this dream