It's been said that we live in "a dog eat dog world" - but the Bible assures us there is a healthy alternative to participating in grumbling and growling with one another - the Bible says we can choose to be "patient" with one another (see James 5:7-12).
Job is referenced in the above passage as a man who exemplified "patience" even in the face of adversity and significant life challenges - most people are familiar to some degree with Job's story and the axiom "he or she has the patience of Job" - which leads to my thoughts below.
Job 23: 10-11
10 But he knows the way that I take;
when he has tested me, I will come forth as
gold.11 My feet have closely followed his steps;
I have kept to his way without turning aside.
Job
is one who suffered immensely for righteousness sake - but consistently told the
truth and seldom lost his "patience" and never lost his way with God - we would
be wise to pray for and aim for the same in our relationships with one another, Amen?
Here's a concluding thought - the name Job and the job you are tasked to do each day are spelled the same way - look to make "patience" a pillar of your work life and look to bring "patience" home much like your paycheck and share it abundantly to strengthen your family.
God’s Peace and My Prayers,
Jeff
Amen.
ReplyDeleteI have been thinking about following Jesus closely. Like in the physical world, communication is better, and the follower is much less likely to get lost. And patience makes that job better, whether waiting or walking. And always following.