The horrific news of Job’s recent incredible losses traveled around town. His friends showed up to find Job unrecognizable, given the painful, itching boils on his body from head to toe. Stunned, they silently sat around him for a week. But soon, they found much to say to Job – none of it helpful, as they accused him of sinning – as that could be the only reason for so much trouble.
Even though Job longed for death, he did speak up for himself. He called his friends worthless physicians, forgers of lies, and miserable comforters. Yet, they continued their barrages of inaccurate accusations of Job reaping a harvest of living a sinful life.
The scripture that blessed my heart today is Job 16:19. He told his friends he had a witness in heaven, and his record was on high. The declaration didn’t deter Job’s friends from continuing their attacks against him. But Job was right – God was well aware of his stellar record before his current state. He was highly recommended by God to satan. Whew. Now, that is a serious recommendation!!
Eventually, God would address Job and his friends. But in the meantime, when Job’s life included incredibly excruciating pain physically, mentally, financially, emotionally, and spiritually, he stated God was in heaven serving as a witness to his life.
So, for all those who feel obligated to tell you why your life has taken ugly turns, remember God isn’t missing anything. He is your witness, your record is on high, and He will speak in His time and way!
Also now, behold, my witness is in heaven, and my record is on high. Job 16:19 (KJV)
In the Master’s Service,
Author/Pastor Michele D Robertson
28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
Matthew 11:28-29 (KJV)