The book of Job records the questions Job asks as he sits down with friends to lament his suffering. He had lost his family as well as his health and possessions. At one point, he asks, why is light given to him who is in misery, and life to the bitter of soul? Later, he asks, what strength do I have, that I should hope? And, does it seem good to You that You should oppress? Many have stood near a headstone placed too early and asked similar questions.
But when you read all the way to the end of the book, you get a surprise. When God responds to Job, He does it in an unexpected way. He turns the tables and asks Job questions – different questions that show His wisdom and sovereignty; and questions about His magnificent creation – the earth, stars and sea. And the question all point to God’s sovereignty. God is all-powerful. God is love. And God knows what He is doing.
We comprehend Him not,
Yet earth and heaven tell,
God sits as sovereign on the throne,
And ruleth all things well.
Our greatest comfort in sorrow is to know that God is in control.
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