Job

I finally got around to finish my double reading of the book of Job. As with some other stories of the Bible, I have heard of this epic slice of God's wisdom grace. I just don't know all the names and circumstances as well as an honest christian should. All in all, I did very much enjoy the book of Job. I found it a bit hard to keep up with the language being used, especially by the non-Job folks. I really shouldn't stress out about this very much though. People smarter than me have written plainer language versions and studies to make the Bible more accessible to modern day accounts. I was really surprised by a couple of thoughts. By my second read through it became clear that the citizenery of the Old Testament didn't really know about Satan. Job was convinced that God had done this to him and was being punished for reasons beyond his control. Never once did I see that an equally powerful being could have done this to Job. I don't mean equally powerful as in the most powerful, but in such a way that should be known and talked about. I found that a bit odd, but then again the best trick that Satan could do is convince the world he doesn't exist. I also found all the great descriptions and qualifiers of people and God in the book very interesting. It was pretty cool had God showed up and put Job back in his place after talking to him. Job realized that his strife and demanding to know were not important enough for God to be serving Job. I will really have to read a good retelling to get the most important points from the book.

I also have increased my KoL fandom. I bought the because of the times CD the other day and have been listening to that. I don't think it is as good as only by the night, but am enjoying it. The album is a softer listen from what I have gathered so far. I also bought a DVD of a concert they played in london, but haven't watched it yet. I may keep that fresh until after christmas and maintain it as a christmas present.

Well, the book of Psalms is next, and from what I have previewed, it looks every bit intimidating as a read. I suppose that the real challenge of reading the Bible is the willingness to come back to it and study more.

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