Satan answered the Lord, “Does Job fear God for nothing?” —Job 1:9
When you look at what started Job’s suffering, it points to the issue of worship. Satan accused Job of being faithful only because God had poured out material blessing and goodness on him. Satan claimed that if God would allow him to harm Job—to take away all the blessings—that Job would no longer worship God. But Job knew that God is worthy of our worship no matter what!
I’ve learned when worship is offered during intense suffering, rejoicing happens. My perception clears, the fog of confusion and deception evaporates, and worship sets all things in their proper order in my heart and mind.
Paul explained it well: “We do not focus on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal” (2 Cor. 4:18).
If you’re in a season of suffering, I pray that knowing what is coming will encourage your heart. Not much longer, but soon, we who know Christ will be in His presence forever, and all suffering and sorrow will be banished.
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“Three Words to Consider in Your Fiery Trial” (Kimberly Wagner, ReviveOurHearts.com/blog)
Scripture taken from The CSB
Make it Personal
How can choosing to worship help when you’re going through a season of suffering?