The book of Job teaches us that we can trust GOD, his purpose, wisdom, and goodness even while we may be going through great suffering or trials.
Our understanding of our circumstances is limited at times and we should not lean on our understanding but trust that GOD is working out all things for our ultimate good if we are among those who love him and have been called according to his purpose.
Good times or difficult times have the potential to work for our benefit and conform us to a more perfect image of Christ.
Job invites the reader to further ponder some of life's most difficult questions.
Scripture References
Job Chapters 23-27
Isaiah 48:10- "See, I have refined you, though not as silver; I have tested you in the furnace of affliction."
Reflections in this episode:
Do you ever ask GOD "Why is this happening to me?"
Do you tell GOD how big your storm is or do you tell your storm how big your GOD is?
Encouragement:
1 Peter 5:7-10
"Cast all your anxiety on himbecause he cares for you. Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen."
Song links mentioned in this episode:
The Anchor Holds by Lawrence Chewing:
https://youtu.be/BxnQzwrF4OU?si=QWfnLTRbouTBQ6RB
The Anchor Holds by Ray Boltz:
https://youtu.be/MSAc5Z2lprk?si=ePOURAWLEK1YaV8s
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