“Perhaps the best way to view the ending in Job is to see it not as a blueprint for what will happen to us in this life, but rather as a sign of what is to come. It stands as a sweet, satisfying symbol, a solution to one man’s disappointment that offers us all a foretaste of the future.
“The promise of Job 42, then, is that God will finally right the wrongs that mark our days.
“The Bible stakes God’s reputation on His ability to conquer evil and restore heaven and earth to their original perfection.”*
“Now these things happened to them as an example, and they were written for our instruction, upon whom the ends of the ages have come. Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall. No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyone what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, that you may be able to endure it.” I Corinthians 10:11-13
For those who have not visited the link to Deb Darley’s blog (in the prayer requests), Deb, coincidentally has the same rare form of cancer my friend Adrian has and has carefully documented the struggle she has gone through as a precious gift for us all. He started a 21 day course of chemo therapy yesterday. I’m sure this is where the rubber meets the road for Adrian’s faith. What a privilege to serve him by holding him up in prayer.
Take care with love, especially His! Your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene
PS: ANY PRAYER UPDATES TODAY?
For any of you who wonder if prayer is worth taking time for, just page back through previous entries and see the hand of our loving Father in action!
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS: David’s best friend passed away on Friday. Pray for Jack’s family and David. Tim needs to secure a disability pension now that he is unable to manage with his coronary pulmonary artery disease.
ONGOING PRAYER REQUESTS: For Jen as she copes with her friend’s passing & for the hope of her future. For Carlton’s recovery from surgery. For Susan in Bulgaria, struggling to provide for her husband and two children.
Please do not get bored with this request: Those putting their lives together after the many natural disasters, especially for the volunteers in: Japan, USA and New Zealand. For Middle Eastern nations dealing with unprecedented internal conflicts. For the rest of the world to stay calm with regard to war, the economy and most of all for those who are believers, to pray and help others have peace during this time.
OTHER PRAYER REQUESTS: Help for Cris. Isaias (family safety and his mission work in Philippines); God’s grace on USA & REVIVAL for His children. For Kevin (Godly wisdom with his son), Michael.
ONGOING JOB RELATED: That Paul will heal in heart and mind and find the job where he can make the greatest contribution. That Tim might find satisfying work. Randy needs a new job in Canada or Australia. I need a new project to tackle for my work. Working on a new book and pursuing a new publisher in the UK for my other book!
PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: Galdor got a wonderful job! Kimberly is home with her parents now. Reg for his ministry and patience.
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: Gwen, a 13-year old with serious headaches. Deb, special friend with multiple Myeloma (please see her blog at this LINK. (http://debdarley.blogspot.com/) Wisdom for doctors caring for Tim, Doris, David, Poetry and Gary.
*Disappointment With God, by Philip Yancey
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