Job 17:5 #VOTD
Sep 29, 2023 ·
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Show Notes: - The passage comes from Job 17:5, where Job lashes out in frustration at his friends. - God does not rebuke Job for these words, recognizing his authentic...
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- The passage comes from Job 17:5, where Job lashes out in frustration at his friends.
- God does not rebuke Job for these words, recognizing his authentic struggle. Later God rebukes Job's friends instead for their empty platitudes.
- The verse reflects ancient views on multigenerational curses and consequences, which we may see as unfair through a modern lens.
- The word "flattery" can also mean "comfort" - Job sees his friends' comforting words as meaningless amidst such intense suffering.
- When people are hurting, good intentions can ring hollow. Rather than platitudes, we should offer real presence and support.
- Overall, this passage shows Job honestly wrestling with pain while God listens and understands. Job's friends are limited in their ability to comfort.
- God ultimately redeems Job's suffering, despite Job's very human expressions of frustration and despair along the way.
- The book models how we can bring our real and raw emotions to God rather than suppress them. God is big enough to handle our authentic struggle.
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