“I have heard of thee by the hearing of the ear: but now mine eye seeth thee. Wherefore I abhor myself, and repent in dust and ashes” (Job 42:5-6).
Most of us are familiar with the story of Job. We can almost agonize with him as we read the account. It’s hard to imagine the words of our verses. Adam Clarke says this about our verses. “I have heard of thee “ – I have now such a discovery of thee as I have never had before. I have only heard of thee by tradition, or from imperfect information; now the eye of my mind clearly perceives thee, and in seeing thee, I see myself; for the light that discovers thy glory and excellence, discovers my meanness and vileness.”
By nature we are not humble. It often takes some type of crisis to bring us to that point. But, Job? The man had suffered tremendously. I would dare say none of us have met with his adversity. We see not even a trace of pride left in God’s servant as the Spirit of God gives him a clear picture of God’s greatness. Job completely emptied himself before God. This was and is true humility.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for Joanna Felts as she guides California Women Active for Christ.
