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This study of the life of Joseph centers upon four great trials in Joseph’s life. These events include his time in the pit at the hands of his brothers, his years spent as a household slave in the home of Potiphar, his incarceration in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, and his time spent as the vizier for the Egyptian pharaoh. Though in situations sometimes dire, Joseph grew spiritually during each of these life events. Tailly identifies the four pillars of durable power as humility, integrity, reliability, and efficiency. Joseph attained each of these pillars through his trials. In the pit, he gained humility; in the house of Potiphar, integrity; in prison, he built reliability; and in the palace of Pharaoh, he learned efficiency, which placed him as Pharaoh's second in command. Each chapter includes a section concerning the ways in which each pillar can be incorporated into one’s life, especially in the workforce.
In this book, the author presents an in-depth look at the life of Joseph and what his life can teach humans about the proper way to live. He writes in a conversational tone, which enhances one’s understanding of his work. His look at one’s behavior as both a leader and employee in a business is an eye-opening glance at how one must live to obtain the four pillars. The book is well-written, and though it consists of only 128 pages, it holds much information about Joseph and what his life represents for the modern reader. Not only does the author identify the four pillars, but he also offers a great deal of information on how they can be obtained through one's interactions with God and humans. It is an interesting and educational read that leaves one with much to ponder.