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    January 20th Chronological Bible Readings

    Job 5-7:21
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    In chapter 6 Job responds to Eliphaz as follows in verse 2 through 6: “If my sadness could be weighed and my troubles be put on the scales, they would be heavier than all the sands of the sea. That is why I spoke so rashly. For the Almighty has struck me down with his arrows. He has sent his poisoned arrows deep within my spirit. All God’s terrors are arrayed against me. Don’t I have a right to complain? Wild donkeys bray when they find no green grass, and oxen low when they have no food. People complain when there is no salt in their food.”  How do these words of Job’s speak to you?  Are these fair words for him to be saying in reply to Eliphaz?  Are they fair words for us to consider in our own lives today as well?


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    Below is a powerful image for Job’s words in chapter 7 verse 11:



    Worship God: Today’s readings in Job reminded me of MercyMe’s song “Bring the Rain:”



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    Please join us in memorizing and meditating on a verse of Scripture today: “Anyone who withholds kindness from a friend forsakes the fear of the Almighty. ” Job 6:14 NIV

    Prayer Point: Pray that you will not withhold kindnesses from your friends. Pray that you will never forsake fear of the Almighty.

    Comments from You: What verses or insights stand out to you in today’s readings?  Please post up by clicking on the “Comments” link below!

    God bless,
    Mike

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    One response to “January 20th Chronological Bible Readings”

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      John

      Job

      Now we get into the Hebrew Poetic form in Scripture. Wish I knew and understood Hebrew Poetry better, but I do not. Going to go with general ideas of what is going on. If someone else comes up with added insight – I, for one, would be very interested to see the comment(s).

      Eliphaz
      1) Theme in chapter 4: Follow your own line of thinking. You have advised others, now apply it to yourself.
      Trouble comes only from sin; all misfortune is punishment.
      Ergo: Job has sinned.
      This is a shallow concept – a primitive theology if you will – I think perhaps that one of the purposes of this book is for God to deepen the understanding (theology) of Job and friends (and readers).
      There are deeper reasons for suffering than it is just because of sin. (more later)
      In the times before Mosaic covenant, apparently that was the belief. God punishes the wicked, and blesses the innocent (or good people).
      2) In Chapter 5 Eliphaz continues: Might of God is irresistible; Infinite Justice rules the heavens.
      Can’t play games with God.
      Chastisement of God is a blessing, we should be happy about it as it will correct our path.
      God exalts those that are lowly. If Job repents of his sins (obvious by punishment), then God will restore Job.

      3) So far I believe Eliphaz is sincere but misguided.

      JOB REPLIES
      Job initially ignores Eliphaz’s comments.
      1) Job prays for death. In 6:10 – he could have joy despite the pain, knowing he had not denied the words of the Holy One (blasphemed?)
      2) Job seeks pity from his friends. What did I do to deserve this? You are my friends – don’t resort to platitudes. Look me in the eye and tell me what I did? Tell me how I sinned? Reconsider your statements Eliphaz, tell me the truth- for my integrity (righteousness) is at stake.
      3) Job continues in chapter 7. Life is fleeting. Death is permanent. Some think verse 9 implies Job does not believe in ressurection. To me it just means the permanence of death compared to life on earth. Once I die, you will never see me here on earth anymore. Once in the grave, I will not cross the threshold of my house (on earth) again.
      4)Man is nothing.
      5) Job although he walks upright is not pure. He has sinned, but he has confessed and made sacrifices? So why has God done this to him? Why have you not forgiven my offenses and sins? Why have you not accepted my atonement offerings? What have I done to you?
      Job 7:21
      Why do you not pardon my offenses
      and forgive my sins?
      For I will soon lie down in the dust;
      you will search for me, but I will be no more.”
      Again Job is questioning God, and again I think that is OK for anyone to do. Job has not cursed God.

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