[1000 silverlings]

Job is a story that tells us never to blame God for our misfortunes, not a test.

Wrong once again.

Job, Theology of; Temptation, Test

23:10 But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold

[Alamo-Girl]

I read many things from the book of Job - but the one which stands out is when God confronts Job in chapters 38 to 42 for speaking words without knowledge. In common jargon, putting words in God's mouth.

[Dr. Eckleburg]

"But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold" -- Job 23:10

Amen. If we begin our understanding with the truth that God is in control of His creation, every word of Scripture becomes a positive and encouraging exhortation to righteousness.

"Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin;

That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God." -- 1 Peter 4:1-2

[kosta50]

Wrong once again. Job, Theology of; Temptation, Test

Satan wagered that he can make Job curse God for misfortunes Satan would cause. The first thing all sorts of Evangelical ministers said when tsunami hit Thailand was "God's wrath!" (morons) I have seen many a "Christian" figuratively shake his hand at God for misfortune saying "How can God allow this? I am a good Christian, I go to church and pay my tithe..." Even Adam blamed God for giving him "that woman." Don't be spouting "official theology" at me, but take up reading comprehension, and NEVER blame God for anything.