TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD | JOB 1-5
Job Kept Integrity Under Test
Job lived in Uz during the time the Israelites were enslaved in Egypt. Though not an Israelite, Job was a loyal worshipper of Jehovah. He had a large family, great wealth, and influence in his community. He was a highly regarded counselor and an impartial judge. He was generous to the poor and needy. Job was a man of integrity.
Job clearly showed that Jehovah was the most important Person in his life
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Satan took note of Job’s integrity. He did not deny Job’s obedience to Jehovah; rather, he questioned Job’s motives
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Satan claimed that Job served Jehovah out of selfish interest
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To provide an answer to Satan’s charge, Jehovah allowed Satan to attack that faithful man. Satan brought devastation to all aspects of Job’s life
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When Job maintained his integrity, Satan questioned the integrity of all men
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Job did not sin or accuse God of doing anything wrong
