Job 23:1-6

Then Job answered: "Today also my complaint is bitter; his hand is heavy despite my groaning. Oh, that I knew where I might find him, that I might come even to his dwelling! I would lay my case before him, and fill my mouth with arguments. I would learn what he would answer me, and understand what he would say to me. Would he contend with me in the greatness of his power? No; but he would give heed to me.

We keep wanting to read Job as if it will answer the question of why bad things happen to us. And the author's answer is simply bad things happen. This isn't very satisfying and we have to discipline ourselves to look for the answers that ARE provided. For example, in this passage we learn that it is all right to want to argue with God and complain about bad things. And in a very comforting way, we also learn that although God may not chnage anything at all about the way life is treating us, he will still give heed. He will still listen. God still very much cares.

We've got another pot-luck supper coming up on Wednesday so come on out to the church and say hello! I brought a macaroni and cheese dish on Sunday so for Wednesday I will be making a simple corn pudding.

Have a great week!