You people really know everything, don't
you? And when you die, wisdom will die with you! Well, I know a few
things myself—and you're no better than
I am. Who doesn't know these things you've been saying? Yet my friends laugh at
me, for I call on God and expect an answer. I am a just and blameless man, yet
they laugh at me. People who are at ease mock those in trouble. They give a
push to people who are stumbling. Job 12:2-5
Job’s know-it-all friends, mocked him
during his trials and tribulations. In this passage he was answering Zophar and
his other friends. They felt like they knew everything…like they were the wise
ones giving Job advice on how he should have been living his life to please
God. But that wasn’t the way it was since Job really lived his life righteously.
God allowed Satan to attack Job—to destroy his family and fortune. In addition,
Satan wanted to try to disgrace God. Although there were moments during Job’s
trials when he was discouraged, Job was faithful to God and continued to trust
Him. He knew his friends were no better than him--especially in the eyes of the Lord. There
was no disgracing our God. Job called on God and expected an answer. Do you do
that—pray and expect an answer from God?
Prayer ~ Lord God, hear our prayers. We praise
You—for You are worthy of our praise and adoration. Please forgive us for any
mistakes we have made…yesterday or today already…and guide us in living in such
a way that pleases and honors You. There are many around us that need Your
healing touch…physically, emotionally and spiritually. Meet their needs and
give them the grace to not only give You the glory for your healing touch, but
may their lives be a tribute to You—a living witness. Thank You for all You are
and do. We love You and serve You, in Jesus name. Amen.
© 2016 by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
All scripture quoted from the New Living Translation (NLT)
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