In chapter 3, Job had unleashed his emotions to his three friends. This gave them the opportunity to voice their opinions as to why Job suffered. Eliphaz, the oldest and wisest, is first to offer his analysis.

Satan, the accuser of the brethren, had challenged God to destroy Job "without cause" (2:4). Satan, unknowingly to Job, had been defeated by Job's blessing the Lord rather than cursing Him (1:21;2:10). Now, Satan's challenge was that Job would curse God if Job's own physical life was tormented. There are other instances in the Bible where God allowed Satan certain liberties with His servants. Peter would have been sifted like wheat if Jesus allowed it (Luke 22:31). Paul had a "messenger of Satan" buffet him (II Corinthians 12:7). Hymenaeus and Alexander were delivered to Satan "that they may learn not to blaspheme" (I Timothy 1:20). However, Satan can do no more than God allows. In this sense, Satan is just a tool in God's ultimate will. Job's three friends wept when they saw Job's physical condition. They silently supported him with their presence for seven days. Finally, Job unleashes his feelings in an emotional rant. This sets in motion a series of dialogues, set in poetry, which examine the depths of human suffering.

God gave King David great victories over enemies which surrounded Israel. However, the severity in which David treated his enemies raises questions about his tactics. Be with us tonight as we continue our study of King David. Message: David Made a Name For Himself Reading Scripture: 2 Samuel 8: 1-18

"For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities; against powers, against the rulers of darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in heavenly places" (Ephesians 6:13). Job was a wealthy man. He was a good father. He loved the Lord. He taught his family to love the Lord. He was the epitome of godly success. Yet, he lost it all. He had no idea that there was a spiritual war going on, and he was the focus. He was a victim of Satan's rage. Yet, what did he do when he was viciously attacked? He worshiped!

His names reveal his character 1. Satan: one who opposes; Matthew 4:10 2. Devil: "diabolos" accuser, slanderer; Ephesians 4:26-27 3. Lucifer: light bearer; Isaiah 14:12 4. Beelzebub: lord of the flies; Matthew 12:24 5. Belial: worthlessness or wickedness; Deuteronomy 13:13 6. Abaddon: destroyer; Revelation 9:11 7. The Serpent; II Corinthians 11:3 8. The evil one; I John 5:19 9. The prince of the power of the air; Ephesians 6:12 10.The god of this age; I Corinthians 4:4 11.Father of lies: John 8:44 12.The tempter; Matthew 4:3 13.Accuser of the brethren; Revelation 12:10 14.The dragon; Revelation 12:9

Have You Considered My Servant Job? Job 1 The book of Job is a masterpiece of Literature. Its depth and thoroughness in dealing with human suffering and divine justice has intrigued generations of readers. Although Genesis comes first in our Bibles, the internal evidence in Job indicates the book may be the oldest extant book in the world. The book reveals the gigantic gap between God's perspective and man's perspective. The angelic warfare which occurs in "the heavenlies" (Ephesians 1:3;6;10) is visualized for us. Man's wisdom and Satan's power are shown to be limited by God's sovereignty.

Then and Now II Samuel 7: 18-29 "For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope." (Romans 15:4)"

When God Says No 2 Samuel 7: 1-17 David's great desire was to build a temple to house the ark of God. Our Lord had other plans. Be with us tonight as we continue our study in II Samuel.

The last vision of Daniel (chapters 10-12) prophesies the fate of Israel from Daniel and Darius' time (11:1) to the "end of days" as we know them. Daniel 12 has been called the climax of world history. Beginning in Daniel 11:36 through chapter 12 seven major factors are revealed: 1. There will be a world ruler. 2. There will be a world religion. 3. There will be a world war. 4. There will be a time of great tribulation for Israel. 5. God will deliver His people at the end of the tribulation. 6. There will be resurrection and judgment. 7. There will be reward for the righteous. Daniel 11: 36-45 reveals the first three of these factors. Now comes the climax.