Lectionary Preaching Workbook
This is the first of four selections from the book of Job, one
of the "Writings." Job is one of three books of wisdom, written
probably in the sixth century B.C. Today's pericope is a part of
the Prologue (1:1--2:13). Twice God describes Job as a "blameless
and upright man who fears God." He suffered the loss of his 10
children and all of his animals. Yet, he did not blame God. Then
he was afflicted with sores all over his body. Still Job did not
sin with his lips. No amount of suffering caused Job to lose his
faith in God.