In today’s reading, Job longs to present his case directly before God. He laments the depth of his suffering and the isolation he feels, yet continues to assert his innocence. Meanwhile, Eliphaz harshly accuses him of wrongdoing, insisting that Job’s pain must be evidence of his guilt.
Before you begin
Ask the Lord to give you a fresh sense of wonder as you read His Word. Pray for understanding and for an open, humble, obedient heart to receive what He wants to say to you.
Read
Review
Write a sentence or two about what you've just read. This could be a summary of the passage or an observation or highlight that stood out to you.
Reflect
In Job 13:3, Job expresses his desire to present his case directly before the Lord rather than the friends around him. What can we learn from this example?
Every circumstance that touches my life has first been filtered through God’s fingers of love. —Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth1
Respond
Write a short prayer, based on today’s reading. This could include praise, gratitude, personal confession, agreement with the truth, or a request for yourself or someone else.
1Lies Women Believe, p. 275
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Takeaway Thought
What key verse or insight will you take with you into your day?