Genesis 1:27-28 (NIV2011) 

27 So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. 

28 God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground.” 

• This is the test we take when we step into our destiny

Genesis 41:8-9 (NIV) 

8 In the morning his mind was troubled, so he sent for all the magicians and wise men of Egypt. Pharaoh told them his dreams, but no one could interpret them for him. 

9 Then the chief cupbearer said to Pharaoh, "Today I am reminded of my shortcomings. 

Genesis 41:14 (NIV) 

14 So Pharaoh sent for Joseph, and he was quickly brought from the dungeon. When he had shaved and changed his clothes, he came before Pharaoh. 

Genesis 41:37-45 (NIV) 

37 The plan seemed good to Pharaoh and to all his officials. 

38 So Pharaoh asked them, "Can we find anyone like this man, one in whom is the spirit of God?" 

39 Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, "Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one so discerning and wise as you. 

40 You shall be in charge of my palace, and all my people are to submit to your orders. Only with respect to the throne will I be greater than you." 

41 So Pharaoh said to Joseph, "I hereby put you in charge of the whole land of Egypt." 

42 Then Pharaoh took his signet ring from his finger and put it on Joseph's finger. He dressed him in robes of fine linen and put a gold chain around his neck. 

43 He had him ride in a chariot as his second-in-command, and men shnd of Egypt. 

44 Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, "I am Pharaoh, but without your word no one will lift hand or foot in all Egypt."outed before him, "Make way!" Thus he put him in charge of the whole land.

Psalm 62:11 (NKJV) 

11 God has spoken once, Twice I have heard this: That power belongs to God. 

John 19:10-11 (NIV2011) 

10 “Do you refuse to speak to me?” Pilate said. “Don’t you realize I have power either to free you or to crucify you?” 

11 Jesus answered, “You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.”

James 4:10 (NIV) 

10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. 

He will give you power and authority

1 Peter 5:6 (NIV) 

5 Young men, in the same way, be submissive to those who are older. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, "God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble." 

6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 

Matthew 23:11-12 (NIV) 

11 The greatest among you will be your servant. 

12 For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.

Acts 10:38 (NIV) 

38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him. 

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Deuteronomy 8:17-18 (NKJV) 

17 then you say in your heart, 'My power and the might of my hand have gained me this wealth.' 

18 And you shall remember the LORD your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth, that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your fathers, as it is this day.