Over this past week, our Life Group members have been hit from all sides. Others within Zion face struggles and bad news too. Seeing Life Group members rise in support warms the soul. And for those hitting the struggles head on, you amaze me. Yes, these issues keep you up at night and weigh heavily. At times, you had no idea where to turn and what to do. Your “Why?” questions seem to echo unanswered. But, you know your God and persevere.
We often bring up Job at these times. After hearing his life and family are shattered and gone, we read, “At this, Job got up and tore his robe and shaved his head. Then he fell to the ground in worship and said: ‘Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; may the name of the LORD be praised.’ In all this, Job did not sin by charging God with wrongdoing” (Job 1:20-22).
Notice that Job mourns (the robe and shaving part is mourning). Yes, there is pain, and it is no threat to God to acknowledge it. Then, he worships. In all his pain, he declares to all people and demonic kingdoms, “I will praise God.” And finally, Job does not use his hardship as an excuse for sin. He remains faithful. As we read the rest of the book, Job’s heart reveals his dedication to the Lord despite the arguments from his friends.
We often say that our purpose in life is to glorify God. When we worship and trust him in the darkest hours, it honors him.
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