Beginning of the End - Ellen G. White

king and great men of Egypt was directed to the true God, and they
learned to respect the principles revealed in Joseph as a worshiper of
Jehovah.
In his early years Joseph had followed duty rather than
inclination, and the integrity, the simple trust, the noble nature of the
youth bore fruit in the deeds of the man.
The varied circumstances that we meet day by day are designed
to test our faithfulness and qualify us for greater trusts. By sticking
to principle the mind becomes used to holding the claims of duty
above pleasure and desire. Minds that are disciplined in this way are
not wavering between right and wrong like the tall grass trembling
in the wind. By faithfulness in that which is least, they acquire
strength to be faithful in greater matters.
An upright character is of greater value than precious gold.
Without it none can rise to an honorable height. The formation of a
noble character is the work of a lifetime. God gives opportunities;
success depends on the use we make of them.
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