Title: Man before God/Job 40:1-9
Content Job 40:1-9
man before God
The Greek philosopher Socrates put a single word on the subject of his philosophy.
It was.
Everyone seems to know themselves best, but in reality they are not. Eyes
If you look at the big picture, how many fields are there that people are not aware of?
Among them, I think the thing that I don't know the most is myself. That
There is even a saying that it is dark under the lamp.
Seen in this way, the life of faith means first being aware of who you are before God.
Try to think that it is not.
Who are we before God?
##### 1. You must know that you cannot contend with God.
Verse 2, “Will he who argues against the Almighty contend with the Almighty?
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This is indeed the assertion that man cannot contend head-to-head with God. sleep for people
The habit of arguing in order to express and defend Ki's views, judgments, and arguments;
There is. Logic can be said to be a science developed from this. of course society
Arguments naturally arise when you try to hide the truth of something in your daily life and in your daily life.
There can be any number of cases.
But if he tries to argue with God in this way for something, such a person will
He doesn't even know what he's doing right now.
--There are times in our lives when we think that God is really stupid. maybe
That must have been how Job felt at the time. But when you look at it, God is always a fool
It's not the side, it's the person side. Under no circumstances can man contend with God.
is. Because no one is more perfect than God.
Therefore, we can ask God something earnestly, but we cannot plead with Him.
you need to know that
##### 2. You must know that you are humble
Verse 4... Job turned to God
I just cover my mouth with my hand.> he confessed.
Indeed, Job himself says that he has nothing to say about God's question.
It's like saying something. Truly, the reason that no one can answer before God is truly
This is because anyone who stands before the exalted God recognizes his or her lowliness.
That's why I said life is like worms and maggots. of course God
Human beings made in the form were originally invaluable beings. but the fallen kite
After that, it ended up becoming an abomination.
This is the reason why each person makes a huge mistake in self-awareness.
I did. This is the illusion of being a beggar and thinking of himself as a prince. zone
Compared to the precious God, we are nothing more than abominations. So, I used to be righteous by myself.
The Apostle Paul, who thought he was, also confessed that he was the chief among sinners.
Therefore, we too should be able to reach that awareness with a humble attitude.
##### 3. You must know that you cannot be justified
God turned to Job again
So do you call me unrighteous?> (verse 8).
Truly, no man can justify himself.
--Most higher religions teach good deeds and encourage righteous living. But
A man can never be righteous on his own. Therefore, the core of the Christian view of salvation is more
that is shining.
We are not righteous, but God accepts us as righteous and saves us.
All.
This in no way devalues a person's good deeds and righteous deeds. just salvation
When it comes to the problem, no one can value their actions. four
Anyone can jump on the ground to some degree. but which one
You cannot lift your body high into the air on your own.
From the Christian view of salvation, human actions have such limitations.
Saints!
There are many deeds that are truly beautiful and sublime to the human eye. own life
The act of helping others without caring for them is truly admirable. But the prophet
Sayah said that all our righteousness is like a dirty garment. Truly God's
It is nothing compared to strict righteousness.
We must know that we are all unrighteous before God. this is the death of Christ
It is the greatest awareness of sound.
All saints!!
Even if it is not the words of Socrates, knowing oneself rightly is not the highest awareness.
There is not. And this awareness is necessary for the growth of one's faith along with the salvation of Christ.
It's a hugely necessary thing.
No one can contend with God, and human beings are so lowly and unrighteous. this
Each and every one this Bible teaches is a reality. Therefore we never exaggerate ourselves
May the Lord bless you with a blessed life, relying on Almighty God without being asked to do anything.
I bless you by name.