Simon did not take Jesus in as a high guest, but that woman understood that she had nothing to justify herself. She came fully and wholly dependable on the grace which would be in Christ Jesus the Messiah. Religion and the law were harsh against her, but not Jesus! Whoever you are and however far you are, Christ is there with all His glory, light, grace, goodness and forgiveness.
Joseph was sent to preserve life. He needed to walk a difficult road before he could reach his destiny. Even though he couldn't explain...
Was Elijah's strength out of a source that is unreachable to us? Not at all! That's why it's so good for us to study...
The Bible talks about the archers that shot Joseph. Archers of envy, jealousy, temptation and false accusation. But Joseph overcame! God is with us...