Today we read a few more Psalms (102,106,123,137). All are written from the perspective of suffering and exile. One is subtitled (in the NIV), “a prayer of an afflicted person who has grown weak and pours out a lament before the Lord.” That’s a pretty good summary for this type of psalm. Psalms are poems …
Read-Through-The-Bible [09.18.19]
Today we moved back to the storyline of the history of Israel. Remember, Job was written during the time of the exile, even though he lived much earlier. Jerusalem lies desolate, destroyed. The people are discouraged, wondering how long God will hide His face in punishment for their sins. We pick up with a few …
Read-Through-The-Bible [09.17.19]
Today we reach the conclusion of Job. The last five chapters (38-42) contain God’s response to all that has been said before. Just like He hears our every word and thought, God has been listening to Job’s complaints and the attempt of his friends to give answers. In His wisdom, He steps into the conversation …
Read-Through-The-Bible [09.16.19]
Today’s read of Job 32-37 is one long speech. Our attention is suddenly turned to a young man who has been present the entire time, quietly observing and listening. His name is Elihu. Job’s three older friends have given up. They conclude that Job is “righteous in his own eyes” and they can say nothing …
Read-Through-The-Bible [09.14.19]
Today Job makes his final argument (chapters 26-31). He is weary of defending himself and he is unsatisfied with his friends’ advice, but he is firm in his conviction that he has not knowingly sinned against God. He begins by acknowledging that God is beyond understanding. He feels that God has denied him justice (because …
