Satan meant it for evil but God meant it for good.

The injustice of Joseph's suffering in the book of Genesis is a story that grips my heart every time I read it.  It's nothing short of astounding how he didn't become bitter after 13 years of undeserved suffering.  I can't wait to meet Joseph.  I have always been drawn to him because he reminds me of Jesus. So many parallels, both humiliated but later exalted.  Joseph had this unique attitude during his suffering that things were not happening (to) him but (for) him.  He trusted the character of God and remembered His promises. He knew some how all things would work together for good. I believe that is the secret to not becoming resentful or depressed during trials and suffering.  Joseph didn't waste his suffering by complaining and asking "why me God"  He had a choice how to respond to his circumstances.  He didn't choose to whine but to worship.  When the circumstances don't change then we need to trust God will change us.  The enemy wants us defeated but the Lord wants us to prosper. Here are some encouraging words from the Matthew Henry commentary: Our enemies may strip us of outward distinctions and ornaments; but wisdom and grace cannot be taken from us.  They may separate us from friends, family,relatives, and country; but they can not take from us the presence of the Lord.  They may shut us from outside blessings, rob us of liberty. and confine us in dungeons; but they can not shut us out from communion with God, from the throne of grace, or take from us the blessings of salvation.