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CONFIDENCE IN GOD
THURSDAY, APRIL 7
Job 1:18-22

Luke 12:18-22

 

“…rather seek ye

the kingdom of God…”

 

CONFIDENCE IN GOD
 
Job had just suffered great reversals in his financial fortunes. Perhaps, his loss was bearable as he still had his wonderful family. However, another messenger appeared to inform him that a wind, probably a typhoon or cyclone, had not only destroyed his oldest son’s home but had also killed all his children as well (Job 1:18-19). Certainly, we would all agree that while the loss of wealth would be a shock, the loss of one’s family would, indeed, be an indescribable tragedy.
 
Satan had rained fire from heaven and then a windstorm. We know that he does not control nature. The powers of the universe are in the hands of God. Jesus Christ created the entire universe and keeps it in motion by the strength of His word (Heb 1:2-3), but Satan is able to perform certain miracles and counterfeit various acts of power (2 Thess 2:9). The lying wonders spoken of in 2 Thessalonians can well refer to Satan’s ability to make his limited power seem unlimited. Although he may not be able to control the vast forces of nature, he can cause local phenomena.
 
Job had lost everything. To show his sorrow, he tore his robe and shaved his head as was the custom in his day. However, Job knew that all he had was due to the blessing of the Lord, and thus recognised God’s right to take it away. Although he did not understand why these calamities had befallen him, he still praised God (Job 1:20-21).
 
The Scriptures tell us that he did not charge God foolishly. That is, he did not accuse God of unwise or unjust action (Job 1:22). Satan had hoped to weaken Job’s trust in the Lord, but he had failed. Job’s failure to understand did not cause him to turn from God. His confidence in God did not come from his ability to comprehend God’s actions but from his faith in God’s perfect righteousness and love.
 
Even during times of tribulations may we live with full assurance of God’s love and protection.
 
THOUGHT: What was Job’s reaction to his great loss?

PRAYER: Father, I believe that all of Thy ways are the best (Psalm 18:30).

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