There’s a part of Joseph’s vision we often gloss over:

Before Joseph could experience the light, darkness gathered around him.

Evil darkness.

He couldn’t speak.

He was in total despair.

It was a power he had never felt before, and he knew it wanted to destroy him.

And then, there was suddenly light and glory!

Two heavenly Beings appeared.

“One of them spake unto me, calling me by name and said, pointing to the other—This is My Beloved Son. Hear Him!” (JSH 1:17)

When I read this verse, I usually focus on the final two words:

“Hear Him!”

It is essential for each of us to figure out how to hear our own personal messages from God on a daily basis.

But I also can’t help but notice that dramatic contrast.

Joseph didn’t just have a pleasant experience and learn how to hear the Lord.

Joseph was saved from the destructive darkness first.

And then he could hear Him.

Learning to truly hear our Savior is an important skill to have at any time, but it is especially imperative when we feel like we are being closed in by darkness.

When we feel all alone.

When we feel like we can’t speak for ourselves.

When there is darkness and temptation and fear…

It is hearing our Savior that will bring us light and peace.

Happy Studying!

-Cali Black

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