![]() ![]() He had plenty of reasons to create music from the abundant variety of experiences he had. He blamed himself and cursed the day he was born ( Job 3:3-4).ĭavid wrote a great many heartfelt psalms to the God he worshipped. As Job tore his clothes and wept over his suffering, he had questions and concerns, but he did not blame God. Then God allowed the Devil to make Job sick but did not permit Job to be killed ( Job 2:6). Following this, Job began losing what he owned, but he still clung to God. God allowed this action but did not permit Satan to harm Job physically. His peace and innocence were tested when God allowed Satan to strip Job of all he owned ( Job 1:12). Sin may have been present in Job’s life, but sin did not rule him, thus he lived a very blessed and peaceful existence. Scripture presents him in a very positive light, though we know all people sin ( Romans 3:23). He had a wife, many children, and plenty of real estate. Job was regarded as a man who stood out from the crowd for his righteous qualities ( Job 1:1). The Bible does acknowledge that innocent people suffer. Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Seven Stock Studio By following their example, we will start seeing God as bigger than our problems. Have those words ever described you? Do you feel those emotions today? Take heart – through these men and their testimonies we can learn how to better respond to our circumstances today, and forever. These are 3 biblical men for the lost, anxious, and afraid. Nevertheless, not what I will, but what you will.” (Mark 14:35) Jesus spoke, “ Abba, Father! All things are possible for you. And to turn from evil is understanding.” (Job 28:28)ĭavid exclaimed, “Where can I go to escape your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to heaven, you are there if I make my bed in Sheol, you are there.” (Psalm 139:7-8) Job stated, “The fear of the Lord-that is wisdom. Scripture says as much and illustrates this through those who came before us, those who had to endure their own trials. No matter where suffering takes us, there is a way to overcome it. There is wisdom to be found in our faith, wisdom that the world simply cannot offer. Jesus knew that through Him, through God, and through Scripture, we could find a guide to help us choose how we respond to suffering. He explained that in the world there would be suffering, but He gave us hope in spite of that truth (John 16:33). Jesus told His disciples a very important message. ![]() Though these are the current circumstances for many, suffering has always been a part of the human experience. Naturally, some relationships weakened, others disappeared altogether. People whom we once saw often, we saw rarely if at all. Adult relationships have been fractured along political ideologies, and many have turned to discriminating against those who disagree with them.Īnd we have all felt the isolating effects of social distancing. ![]() Children have lost a lot of socialization with their peers, fallen behind in school, and missed out on experiences like prom. Some of us have been able to reassemble normalcy into our lives, but there are still many people struggling. These are important questions to consider after over a year of intense politics, the global spread and fear of an illness, and witnessing death and violence in riots. How do we learn to fully embrace the good, and correctly handle the bad?ĭo we turn to the Bible or to the world for answers? There are seasons where life feels like perfect bliss and other times like a perfect mess. Is there any greater source of wisdom than the Holy Bible? Throughout life, we find ourselves walking high across the mountains and low through the valleys. I have a great question for those who consider themselves Christian. ![]()
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