Day 1 · Bildad: Job Should Repent
Job 8:1–12
1Then Bildad the Shuhite replied: 2“How long will you go on saying such things? The words of your mouth are a blustering wind. 3Does God pervert justice? Does the Almighty pervert what is right? 4When your children sinned against Him, He gave them over to their rebellion. 5But if you would earnestly seek God and ask the Almighty for mercy, 6if you are pure and upright, even now He will rouse Himself on your behalf and restore your righteous estate. 7Though your beginnings were modest, your latter days will flourish. 8Please inquire of past generations and consider the discoveries of their fathers. 9For we were born yesterday and know nothing; our days on earth are but a shadow. 10Will they not teach you and tell you, and speak from their understanding? 11Does papyrus grow where there is no marsh? Do reeds flourish without water? 12While the shoots are still uncut, they dry up quicker than grass.
Berean Standard Bible
Observe
In verses 3–6, what contrast does Bildad draw between those who sin and those who seek God?
Apply
When someone you know is suffering, how can you offer comfort without rushing to give simple explanations?
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