Job 8-10, Psalm 33
Job 10:18-19 (NLT)
“Why, then, did you deliver me from my mother’s womb? Why didn’t you let me die at birth? It would be as though I had never existed, going directly from the womb to the grave.”
In Job 10:18-19, Job tells the Lord that he feels it would have been better if he had never been born. Job asks Father-God why he was brought safely through birth if he was going to suffer so much. If he had died at birth, he would never have known life—or such great suffering.
Job sounds almost suicidal, but he was not. He simply could not make sense of why he was suffering. What struck me, however, was that despite all his suffering, Job still acknowledged the Lord as his Creator, the One who had power over his life from the very beginning. Even in the depths of his suffering, to the point of wishing for death, Job continued to direct his words to Father-God.
At the beginning of the Book of Job, the Lord praised Job's character before Satan. Here we see the depth of Job's faith even at the lowest point of his suffering. Although Job questioned what was happening during his testing, his trust in the Lord did not seem to disappear. The more I read the Book of Job, the more I admire the depth of his faith. I pray that my faith in Father-God will become as steadfast as Job's.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who created us all—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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Day 187 Bible Readings for July 8 - Job 7:20-21 (NLT)
Job 4-7, Psalm 32
Job 7:20-21 (NLT)
“If I have sinned, what have I done to you, O watcher of all humanity? Why make me your target? Am I a burden to you? Why not just forgive my sin and take away my guilt? For soon I will lie down in the dust and die. When you look for me, I will be gone.”
In Job 7:20-21, Job asked the Lord if his suffering was because of sin. He felt singled out by Father-God and was confused, wondering what he could have done to deserve such suffering. Job then asked the Lord why He did not simply forgive his sin and take away his guilt. Finally, he told the Lord that he would soon die and that when the Lord looked for him, he would no longer be there.
These verses remind me of conversations I have had with the Lord during seasons of suffering. I have known the grief that Job felt, wondering if I had become a burden to the Lord or if Father-God no longer cared for or loved me. I also remember thinking that I was being singled out for punishment.
Job was having an honest conversation with the Lord about what he was feeling and thinking. He questioned his understanding of what was happening during his suffering. What also stands out to me is that Father-God was not the source of Job's suffering. Satan was the one who brought suffering into Job's life. It is natural to blame the Lord when things go wrong, but the Book of Job reminds us that we should not be quick to assume that our suffering is God's punishment. Instead, we should remember that the Lord loves and cares for us and continue to trust in His caring and unchanging nature.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who loves and cares for His children—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s
love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Day 186 Bible Readings for July 7 - Job 1:10-11 (NLT)
Job 1-3, Psalm 31
Job 1:10-11 (NLT)
“You have always put a wall of protection around him and his home and his property. You have made him prosper in everything he does. Look how rich he is! But reach out and take away everything he has, and he will surely curse you to your face!”
In Job 1:10-11, Satan tells the Lord that that the reason Job was a good man was because Father-God protected Job and his home and property. The Lord also blessed Job with prosperity in everything he did, so he was very rich. But Satan said if Job had everything taken away from him, Job would curse the Lord to his face for his suffering.
Many scholars consider the Book of Job to be oldest book in the Old Testament, so it can be said this story is the earliest written account of a human being’s relationship with the Lord. These verses tell believers that from the beginning Father-God protected and cared for His people. Job enjoyed the blessings of the Lord with his wealth, his possessions, and his children.
I love these verses because they show the caring and eternal nature of the Lord. Father-God has always cared for His children. The Lord protected and blessed Job before the testing began, reminding me that His nature and character are unchanging. Because He cared for Job then, I can trust that He continues to protect and bless His people today.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who has always protected and loved His children—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Job 1:10-11 (NLT)
“You have always put a wall of protection around him and his home and his property. You have made him prosper in everything he does. Look how rich he is! But reach out and take away everything he has, and he will surely curse you to your face!”
In Job 1:10-11, Satan tells the Lord that that the reason Job was a good man was because Father-God protected Job and his home and property. The Lord also blessed Job with prosperity in everything he did, so he was very rich. But Satan said if Job had everything taken away from him, Job would curse the Lord to his face for his suffering.
Many scholars consider the Book of Job to be oldest book in the Old Testament, so it can be said this story is the earliest written account of a human being’s relationship with the Lord. These verses tell believers that from the beginning Father-God protected and cared for His people. Job enjoyed the blessings of the Lord with his wealth, his possessions, and his children.
I love these verses because they show the caring and eternal nature of the Lord. Father-God has always cared for His children. The Lord protected and blessed Job before the testing began, reminding me that His nature and character are unchanging. Because He cared for Job then, I can trust that He continues to protect and bless His people today.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who has always protected and loved His children—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Day 185 Bible Readings for July 6 - Proverbs 30:5-6 (NLT)
Proverbs 28-31, Psalm 30
Proverbs 30:5-6 (NLT)
“Every word of God proves true. He is a shield to all who come to him for protection. Do not add to his words, or he may rebuke you and expose you as a liar.”
In Proverbs 30:5-6, Solomon reminds believers of the purity and truth of the Lord’s words. Father-God’s words are complete and perfect. Adding to His words can lead to false teaching and a distortion of the truth. Believers can see the fulfillment of the Lord’s promises throughout the Bible and in their own lives.
When I became born again, I made a commitment to rely on the Lord’s Word as the ultimate authority in my life. I have also come to trust His Word as my shield, placing my confidence in Him rather than in my own wisdom or strength.
The Bible teaches that the Lord is actively involved in guiding and correcting His people, and I have seen evidence of that in my own life. The guidance of the Holy Spirit has repeatedly made my path easier, brought me peace, and helped me navigate life's challenges with greater confidence. Father-God’s Word is trustworthy, and I have learned to rely on it.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One whose words protect and guide us through life—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Proverbs 30:5-6 (NLT)
“Every word of God proves true. He is a shield to all who come to him for protection. Do not add to his words, or he may rebuke you and expose you as a liar.”
In Proverbs 30:5-6, Solomon reminds believers of the purity and truth of the Lord’s words. Father-God’s words are complete and perfect. Adding to His words can lead to false teaching and a distortion of the truth. Believers can see the fulfillment of the Lord’s promises throughout the Bible and in their own lives.
When I became born again, I made a commitment to rely on the Lord’s Word as the ultimate authority in my life. I have also come to trust His Word as my shield, placing my confidence in Him rather than in my own wisdom or strength.
The Bible teaches that the Lord is actively involved in guiding and correcting His people, and I have seen evidence of that in my own life. The guidance of the Holy Spirit has repeatedly made my path easier, brought me peace, and helped me navigate life's challenges with greater confidence. Father-God’s Word is trustworthy, and I have learned to rely on it.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One whose words protect and guide us through life—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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