Both these readings in Job and James remind me of the ten years I cried out to God for another child. I had one child and numerous miscarriages. It was an awful ten years of longing, but I wouldn’t trade a day of it. One day while in choir, a man who happened to be a doctor, overheard my complaint and referred me to a specialist. I hesitantly went to him because my thoughts were that if God wanted me to get pregnant He would allow it. The doctor was a Christian who reminded me of how I got to him in the first place. He said that he had been granted this gift of knowledge by God and convinced me to allow him to help. Through all natural means, I was pregnant within three months. I now have a beautiful 15 year old that is growing to be a godly young lady. I patiently waited 10 years, and I allowed a doctor with godly wisdom to correct my physical issue. In James’ time, they did not have that resource. I think God expects us to pray for healing, but he has also provided physicians to help Him do His work. So Suzy, as you are praying, make sure you are listening for His direction. I almost missed out on an amazing blessing!
7 “At least there is hope for a tree:
If it is cut down, it will sprout again,
and its new shoots will not fail.
8 Its roots may grow old in the ground
and its stump die in the soil,
9 yet at the scent of water it will bud
and put forth shoots like a plant.
We have been likened to trees (other than sheep) and I love how encouraging it is. You may have been cut down, you may think it’s too late but at the scent of God’s Word of living waters, you will bud again :)
I just love this!
Suzy, I see it differently. As far as calling to our father…you can’t hide from God, and whatever is brewing in your heart, well is brewing and evident by God! I think the attitude of Job wasn’t calling out against him…just being honest! And his friends were showing what was in their hearts too. God says he looks at our hearts, verses the outer appearance. As far as the doctor comment, I echo Lauren’s point. God teaches to be diligent & wise! Pray for wisdom but then act… I don’t have medical insurance but because of a condition I have, I found natural remedies! Garlic for example can do wonders! There are certain things however that only advanced medicine can do wonders… Just my take on it.
I think it is important to realize the difference between calling out to our Father and calling out against Him. Job and his friends show this well. Also I like how Job is mentioned in James today. I think we should also look at the fact that in James it says if we r sick we should pray…not seek out doctors. Pray first and then seek out doctors if so lead to.
Suzy, that is an incredibly dangerous line of thinking. God has given us knowledge for a reason, and thank God we no longer live in fear of death by many diseases that killed people every day. Even childbirth in no longer the uncertain death sentence – a hundred years ago, I would have died in birth along with my son. If you are ill, go to the doctor! If you have children who are ill, go to the doctor! James doesn’t say ‘don’t go to the doctor, pray instead’, but that we should pray over people who are ill – which of course we should!
We should always be praying, but prayer and medicine are NOT mutually exclusive. Please don’t believe that lie – Satan rejoices when people perish when they could live to lead to salvation or to be saved.
Sarah, I too am in a moment of waiting and I find comfort in your comment. thanks for sharing! I feel as if when moments like these arise I slowly fall out of reach. perseverance perseverance perseverance!
Samesies Nadja! But I guess it’s better late than never! Lol
Any one else rushing to catch up like me?! :)
Yes:) slowly but surely
Oh yes. Haha I’m glad I’m not alone!
I’m not sure I’ll ever catch up but I am enjoying it all, none the less!! This plan is great!
Nadja, I am so enjoying reading this plan alongside you! Congrats on completing 30 days-that is HUGE!
xoxo-Kaitlin for SheReadsTruth
Don’t rush! Enjoy each reading and spend time on it! I know I struggle to do that sometimes!
Both these readings in Job and James remind me of the ten years I cried out to God for another child. I had one child and numerous miscarriages. It was an awful ten years of longing, but I wouldn’t trade a day of it. One day while in choir, a man who happened to be a doctor, overheard my complaint and referred me to a specialist. I hesitantly went to him because my thoughts were that if God wanted me to get pregnant He would allow it. The doctor was a Christian who reminded me of how I got to him in the first place. He said that he had been granted this gift of knowledge by God and convinced me to allow him to help. Through all natural means, I was pregnant within three months. I now have a beautiful 15 year old that is growing to be a godly young lady. I patiently waited 10 years, and I allowed a doctor with godly wisdom to correct my physical issue. In James’ time, they did not have that resource. I think God expects us to pray for healing, but he has also provided physicians to help Him do His work. So Suzy, as you are praying, make sure you are listening for His direction. I almost missed out on an amazing blessing!
That is Beautiful!!! Thank you for sharing!!
7 “At least there is hope for a tree:
If it is cut down, it will sprout again,
and its new shoots will not fail.
8 Its roots may grow old in the ground
and its stump die in the soil,
9 yet at the scent of water it will bud
and put forth shoots like a plant.
We have been likened to trees (other than sheep) and I love how encouraging it is. You may have been cut down, you may think it’s too late but at the scent of God’s Word of living waters, you will bud again :)
I just love this!
Me too, something I need to hear.
So much wisdom in James, straight to the point and hits hard on the heart. I have a lot of praying and pondering to do!
Suzy, I see it differently. As far as calling to our father…you can’t hide from God, and whatever is brewing in your heart, well is brewing and evident by God! I think the attitude of Job wasn’t calling out against him…just being honest! And his friends were showing what was in their hearts too. God says he looks at our hearts, verses the outer appearance. As far as the doctor comment, I echo Lauren’s point. God teaches to be diligent & wise! Pray for wisdom but then act… I don’t have medical insurance but because of a condition I have, I found natural remedies! Garlic for example can do wonders! There are certain things however that only advanced medicine can do wonders… Just my take on it.
I think it is important to realize the difference between calling out to our Father and calling out against Him. Job and his friends show this well. Also I like how Job is mentioned in James today. I think we should also look at the fact that in James it says if we r sick we should pray…not seek out doctors. Pray first and then seek out doctors if so lead to.
Suzy, that is an incredibly dangerous line of thinking. God has given us knowledge for a reason, and thank God we no longer live in fear of death by many diseases that killed people every day. Even childbirth in no longer the uncertain death sentence – a hundred years ago, I would have died in birth along with my son. If you are ill, go to the doctor! If you have children who are ill, go to the doctor! James doesn’t say ‘don’t go to the doctor, pray instead’, but that we should pray over people who are ill – which of course we should!
We should always be praying, but prayer and medicine are NOT mutually exclusive. Please don’t believe that lie – Satan rejoices when people perish when they could live to lead to salvation or to be saved.
Amen, Lauren.
Sarah, I too am in a moment of waiting and I find comfort in your comment. thanks for sharing! I feel as if when moments like these arise I slowly fall out of reach. perseverance perseverance perseverance!