Job 24:1-25 – Why?

Read Job 24:1-25

Have you ever asked our Heavenly Father the question, “Why?” I think we all have a time or two. Many things happen in our world and close to home that leave us perplexed. We wonder how God could allow such things to happen. I think that’s why we have the book of Job. It reminds us it’s okay to question God, but it also points us toward staying steadfast in our faith no matter what.

Job opens this passage with two very pointed “why” questions. Why doesn’t God punish the wicked and why do the godly have to wait on God? Those are two very valid questions, especially considering Job’s continued stance of innocence. He would see himself in the “godly” category, and his patience in waiting is waning. He wants to hear from God. Continue reading “Job 24:1-25 – Why?”

Job 7:6-21 – Cry Out to God!

Read Job 7:6-21

We finally hear the cry of Job’s heart calling out to God. These words have played over and over for Job, and he is still at a loss for what has happened to him. We sense Job’s misery, it’s palpable. My heart goes out to Job, and my maternal instincts want to take him in my arms and comfort him like only a mother can.

Job realizes that we as humans are so limited by space and time. Our lives are but a flash in the scheme of things. For Job to make such an observation shows he is able to tap into his great wisdom. He is certainly not telling God anything that God doesn’t already know. Continue reading “Job 7:6-21 – Cry Out to God!”

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