Todays Bible Reading 12th April 2024
BASIC SCRIPTURES: ZECHARIAH 2:5
5 For I, saith the Lord, will be unto her a wall of fire round about, and will be the glory in the midst of her.
JOB 1:8-10; 3:25
8 And the Lord said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil?
9 Then Satan answered the Lord, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought?
10 Hast not thou made an hedge about him, and about his house, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, and his substance is increased in the land.
FINISH READING: Our Daily Manna Worldwide 12th April 2024 FEAR IS A WALL BREAKER!
Scripture: Zechariah 2:5 (NIV)
“And I myself will be a wall of fire around it,’ declares the Lord, ‘and I will be its glory within.’”
Scripture: Job 1:8-10 (NIV)
“Then the Lord said to Satan, ‘Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and shuns evil.’
‘Skin for skin!’ Satan replied. ‘A man will give all he has for his own life. But now stretch out your hand and strike everything he has, and he will surely curse you to your face.'”
Scripture: Job 3:25 (NIV)
“What I feared has come upon me; what I dreaded has happened to me.”
In these passages, we find profound insights into God’s protection, the testing of faith, and the human experience of fear and suffering.
In Zechariah 2:5, the prophet Zechariah receives a message from the Lord promising protection and glory for Jerusalem. The image of God as a “wall of fire” around His people emphasizes His divine protection and presence. This passage reminds believers of God’s faithfulness and sovereignty, even in times of trial and adversity.
In Job 1:8-10, we encounter a dialogue between God and Satan regarding Job, a righteous man who faced severe trials. Despite Satan’s accusations and challenges, Job remains faithful to God, demonstrating his unwavering trust and devotion. This passage highlights the testing of Job’s faith and God’s confidence in His servant’s integrity.
In Job 3:25, Job expresses the depths of his despair and anguish following his devastating losses. He reflects on his worst fears coming to fruition and the overwhelming sense of despair that accompanies suffering. This verse captures the raw emotion and existential struggle of human suffering, reminding us of the reality of pain and the need for compassion and empathy in times of crisis.
Together, these passages offer a rich tapestry of themes related to faith, suffering, and divine providence. They invite us to trust in God’s protection and sovereignty, even in the face of adversity, and to find solace in His presence amidst life’s trials. They also acknowledge the reality of human fear and suffering, encouraging us t
