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Psalm 106

Job 9-10

WEEKEND REFLECTION

“Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.” These words highlight 3 important things for all sufferers.

First, all good things come by God’s grace (God does not owe us). “The Lord gave…” Job could see the blessings of his life, and he knew their source. The Lord gives.

Third, God is sovereign over our suffering. Job knew that it was the Lord who “took”. He wasn’t thinking about any of the more immediate causes or actors. Job knew that behind it all, was a sovereign God who rules.

Fourth, Job knew that God is good, even in his suffering. “Blessed be the name of the Lord.” Job surely lamented his pain and loss, but he knew that God was good.

We need all three of those truths ingrained in our hearts as we embark on our own paths of suffering.

PRAY

 Take some time to commune with the Lord in prayer. Here's a helpful pattern to follow (ACTS):

• ADORATION - Praise God for all that he is and all that he had done.
• CONFESSION - Confess your sins to God and trust in the finish work of Christ. Thank him for his forgiveness.
• THANKSGIVING - Thank God for all the many blessings and graces he has shown you.
• SUPPLICATION - Ask your heavenly Father to supply your needs.

SING

Behold Our God - Sovereign Grace Music