Job Chapter 9. Persevere. Endure. Don't grow weary.
Bildad makes harsh accusations against Job because of Job's suffering and pain. In this chapter Job declares his innocence but says, if we are all mortal beings before God, then, yes, I am guilty of some kind of sin. I'm not God! But still declares that he is blameless. Job wants to confront God about all that is happening but because God is so much above him he is afraid.
For me personally, I have confronted God. Revelation 2:3 says, “You have persevered and have endured hardships for my namesake, and have not grown weary.”
In very difficult situations in life, I have wanted to quit persevering and I have not endured very well with hardships and have very much grown weary.
I have been so frustrated, I have confronted God and have wanted to fight with him despite the fact that I'd lose. There have been times when pain comes, I have failed with my faith and trust in God.
Lord help me persevere with faith and trust always. Even if the pain is great and even if accusations come against me, may I persevere, endure, and be confident in not growing weary! Amen.
This chapter from Job reminded me of the time when Jacob wrestled with God back in Genesis 32. Jacob was never the same after that experience. His name was even changed to Israel. We might get discouraged and frustrated at times as our journey in life may not always be easy, but we are told what to do in Romans 12:12.
Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.
Sometimes we might feel alone and abandoned, but remember that God has promised to always be with us as we see in Hebrews 13:5.
Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for He has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Thank you Jim for your comments! I enjoy your wisdom and insight!