Job 8 & 9 - Becareful of Our Knowledge

14 “How can I possibly answer God?
How can I find the right words {to speak} with him?
15 Even if I were right, I could not answer {him}.
I would have to plead for mercy from my judge.
Job 9:14-15 (GW)

Reflection of B:

Another friend of Job, Bildad, also accused Job for 'accusing' God for bringing 'evil' to him. All the reasonings and all the things Bildad said about God seemed correct. Yet it came across as speaking with a 'holy-than-thou-art' tone/attitude. Job replied Blildad with what he knew about God too.

When we know the bible very well and are able to quote from the scriptures well, there may be a tendency for us to use them when we relate to others who are in needs. We need to be careful not to be like Bildad. God's words are for reproving and correction, but we need to use them properly and with humility. 1 Corinthians 8:1 says, "We know that we all possess knowledge.^[a] Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up."


Dear Lord,
Thank You for teaching me to speak words of comfort instead of words that condemn or judge others. You are the true judge and You see our hearts within.
In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.