Brookfield Church of Christ
Sep 20, 2026 Sun a.m. Job 1:13-19
Job's Confession: Trusting God When Wealth is Gone
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      • Job 1:13-15ESV

      • Job 1:16ESV

      • Job 1:17ESV

      • Job 1:18-19ESV

  • Central Idea
    When earthly wealth, security, and even family are taken away, faithful servants of God can still trust His character, worship His name, and remain steadfast.
    INTRODUCTION
    Job was a blameless and upright man who feared God and turned away from evil.
    He was also richly blessed, but Job’s faith would be tested when his possessions and children were suddenly taken from him.
    The messengers in Job 1:13-19 describe the rapid destruction of his livestock, servants, and children. Job’s suffering reminds us that faith cannot rest merely on circumstances.
    The book of Job invites us to trust God’s wisdom and character even when we do not understand suffering.

    I. Earthly Possessions are Temporary, but God Remains Worthy of Trust

    Proverbs 23:4–5 ESV
    Do not toil to acquire wealth; be discerning enough to desist. When your eyes light on it, it is gone, for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven.
    Luke 12:15 ESV
    And he said to them, “Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.”
    Job’s blessings were real, but they were never meant to become the foundation of his relationship with God.
    Wealth can disappear, but the Lord’s character does not change. Christians must therefore treasure God above every earthly blessing.
    Practical Action Item: This week, thank God daily for His presence rather than measuring His goodness by your possessions, income, or comfort.

    II. Genuine Faith Grieves Honestly While Continuing to Worship

    Job did not pretend that his losses were painless.
    Biblical faith does not deny sorrow; it brings sorrow before God.
    Romans 12:15 ESV
    Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.
    Job’s worship in the midst of grief demonstrates that lament and faith can exist together.
    Psalm 34:18 ESV
    The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
    Practical Action Item: When suffering comes, pray honestly to God, share your burden with faithful Christians, and continue participating in worship rather than withdrawing from the Lord’s people.

    III. Trust Means Praising God Even When Circumstances Provide No Explanation

    Job 1:21 ESV
    And he said, “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.”
    The book of Job addresses the difficult question of suffering and calls us to trust God’s wisdom and character.
    1 Thessalonians 5:18 ESV
    give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
    Practical Action Item: Memorize Job’s confession, “The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD,” and repeat it in prayer when facing loss.
    CONCLUSION
    Job 1:13-19 shows how quickly earthly security can disappear, but Job 1:20-22 shows that loss does not have to destroy faith.
    Job grieved honestly, worshiped humbly, and refused to measure God’s goodness by his circumstances.
    Let us hold our blessings with gratitude, endure trials with faith, and continue blessing the name of the Lord whether He gives or takes away.
    Our possessions may change, but God remains worthy of our trust and worship.

      • Proverbs 23:4–5ESV

      • Luke 12:15ESV

      • Romans 12:15ESV

      • Psalm 34:18ESV

      • Job 1:21ESV

      • 1 Thessalonians 5:18ESV

      • 1 Corinthians 11:23–24ESV

      • 1 Corinthians 11:25–26ESV

      • 2 Corinthians 9:7ESV

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