God’s Character and Ways

 Scripture:

“But if you pray to God and seek the favor of the Almighty, and if you are pure and live with integrity, he will surely rise up and restore your happy home. And though you started with little, you will end with much.” ‭‭Job‬ ‭8‬:‭5‬-‭7‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Observation:

Bildad’s first response to Job had some powerful thoughts in it. This is one of them. He tells Job to pray and seek the favor of God because, if he is pure hearted and walks in integrity, God would restore his happy home. He also said that though he started with little, God would cause him to end with much. Bildad knew the character of God and how God acts for His people.

Application:

When we know the heart and character of God, it gives us faith in the midst of the difficult times of life. Knowing His characteristics causes us to know that, even though we go through some trying times, God is still with us and He will turn it around. We can rest assured that we will end up blessed in the end, even if we lose a few battles. Knowing God’s character allows us hope for the future, knowing it is in His hands and that He will bless His people.

Prayer:

Father, even in trying times, let my faith arise. Let me trust You completely because I know Your character and Your ways. Let me walk in confidence that everything will work out for Your glory and my benefit because You are God and that’s how You work with Your children. Increase my trust in You and the inner peace in my life.

Yours Truly,

Jeff