When tragedy strikes, we often question how God could allow such suffering. The story of Joseph in Genesis provides profound insight into this struggle. After being sold into slavery by his brothers and enduring 22 years of separation and hardship, Joseph recognized God's hand at work: 'It was not you who sent me here, but God.' Despite his brothers' evil intentions, God was orchestrating events to save lives during the famine and fulfill His covenant promises to Abraham's descendants.Joseph's father Jacob described his 130 years as 'few and difficult'—he had experienced betrayal, loss, grief, and numerous hardships. Yet Genesis shows us that while life inevitably includes struggles, God remains faithful throughout. The patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob all learned to walk through life's challenges by faith, which is why they feature prominently in Hebrews 11. Their stories teach us that faith isn't about immediate gratification but about confidence in God's character and promises even when we don't see immediate results.When facing our own tragedies, we have two options: trust in ourselves to figure everything out, or trust in God and follow His guidance. Joseph's story reminds us that God can work through our darkest moments for good. Rather than getting stuck in complex theological questions about why God allows suffering, we can choose the simpler path of trusting His faithfulness and living according to His word, confident that He will help us navigate life's challenges.