When Did the Lord Restore Job’s Fortunes? (1/15)

Daily Notes & Observations

Thought from today’s Bible reading from Job 40-42. When we read the book of Job, we have an advantage that this man of old did not have – we know that he is greatly blessed in the end. Job began as a wealthy man with a large family, but all of that was quickly taken […]

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"Where Were You When I Laid the Foundation of the Earth?" (1/14)

Daily Notes & Observations

Thought from today’s Bible reading from Job 38-39. “Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding, who set its measurements? Since you know. Or who stretched the line on it? On what were its bases sunk? Or who laid its cornerstone, when the morning stars sang […]

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God Does Great Things Which We Cannot Comprehend (1/13)

Daily Notes & Observations

Thought from today’s Bible reading from Job 35-37. “God thunders with His voice wondrously, doing great things which we cannot comprehend” (Job 37:5). As Elihu continued his response to Job, he affirmed God’s greatness and His place over all things. When you read through Job 37, you can see all the things mentioned by Elihu […]

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"The Abundant in Years May Not Be Wise" (1/12)

Daily Notes & Observations

Thought from today’s Bible reading from Job 32-34. “I thought age should speak, and increased years should teach wisdom. But it is a spirit in man, and the breath of the Almighty gives them understanding. The abundant in years may not be wise, nor may elders understand justice” (Job 32:7-9). After listening to Job and […]

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Facts About Idols

The Golden Calf

Idolatry is condemned in both the Old and New Testaments (Exodus 20:3-6; 1 Corinthians 6:9). There are a number of things that have the potential of becoming idols for us if we allow them. They are not limited to graven images but could include things like money, possessions, careers, and even people. The warning issued […]

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A Man of Integrity (1/11)

Daily Notes & Observations

Thought from today’s Bible reading from Job 29-31. “I have made a covenant with my eyes; how then could I gaze at a virgin? (Job 31:1).” As Job defended his integrity, he stated that his purity in heart was such that he would not even look at  a woman. While many in our culture argue that […]

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He Hangs the Earth on Nothing (1/10)

Daily Notes & Observations

Thought from today’s Bible reading from Job 24-28. “He stretches out the north over empty space and hangs the earth on nothing” (Job 26:7).” This is one of those passages that helps reinforce the validity and inspiration of the Bible. How were the ancients to know that the earth was suspended in space? How were […]

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