Read: Job 38:1-11
When tragedy strikes, questions follow. Our loss of a loved one may lead us to ask God any number of pointed questions: Why did You let this happen? Whose fault was this? Dont You care about my pain? Believe me, as the grieving father of a teenager who died tragically I have asked these very questions.
The book of Job records the questions Job asks as he sits down with friends to lament his suffering. He had lost his family as well as his health and possessions. At one point, he asks, Why is light given to him who is in misery, and life to the bitter of soul? (3:20). Later, he asks, What strength do I have, that I should hope? (6:11). And, Does it seem good to You that You should oppress? (10:3). Many have stood near a headstone placed too early and asked similar questions.
But when you read all the way to the end of the book, you get a surprise. When God responds to Job (chs. 3841), He does it in an unexpected way. He turns the tables and asks Job questionsdifferent questions that show His wisdom and sovereignty. Questions about His magnificent creationthe earth, stars, and sea. And the questions all point to this: God is sovereign. God is all-powerful. God is love. And God knows what He is doing.
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And I like Mexican food hotter the better LOL!
Thanks, Rus, for our wonderful lesson from God’s Word!
Job went through a lot and never forsook his Lord. If only
we could be as tough!
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.