Since I am reading the Bible chronologically, today’s reading plan directed me to Job 1-5. Even though I have read Job several times in the past, his plight strikes me. I have NEVER had a day that even remotely compares to what Job faced. On the very worst day in my life, it in no way comes close to the overwhelming heartache that he experienced.

Do you – like me – ever think your day has ever been so difficult that you are justified in being in a foul mood? Then I read about Job’s day: losing all of his sheep, all of his camels, all of his oxen, and all of his donkeys. His entire livelihood is gone. Then a messenger comes to tell him all of his children – 7 sons and 3 daughters – were killed in a tragic windstorm.

Job responded with an outpouring of grief combined with worship and a statement of trust in God.

Wow.  No temper tantrum.  No kicking the cat.  No getting angry with God and quitting church.

Job grieved openly.  There was no fake smile and insistence that everything was okay. Yet his response was one of honesty and dependence on God.

When I have a hard day and everything or everyone seems to be against me, God, help me respond to You with an honesty which reveals a growing trust in Your sovereignty and care for me.  Lead me to worship You.

Doug