Sat.’s Devo - The Fear of the Lord

Read: Job 28:1-30:31; 2 Corinthians 2:122-17; Psalm 42:1-11; Proverbs 22:7 Job argues that man knows how to get the precious stones that are hidden deep within the earth, but no one knows how to find wisdom. Wisdom is not found among men. It is more valuable than all the gold and silver and precious gems but it can only come from God. He is the only one who knows how and where to find it. We can find it in him. To fear God is wisdom and to turn from evil is understanding. Job remembers the days when he felt like a friend to God and had the respect of honored leaders. He walked upright and helped those who needed help and was a friend of man. Everything changed when he lost everything. Now the lowest of the low mock him and spit on him. He has lost all honor and respect of men. Job cries to the Lord, but his cries fall to the ground as if God doesn’t hear them. In Corinthians, Paul shows his love for the church at Corinthians. He could have no peace of mind until he got the report from Titus about them. He finally left where he was, so he could go and find Titus. Paul summarizes his life. Paul’s life is ministry. He lives to be a sacrifice of praise to the Lord. He could care less about receiving money for his services, He lives his life with sincerity and the fear of the Lord. Lord, may we live our lives as offerings to you and may we proclaim the sincerity of your Word with authority.