July 19 | Daily Devotion | Be A Man Or A Woman Who Fears God | Zac Poonen

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Summary

The speaker emphasizes that God values a man or woman who fears Him, is upright, and turns away from evil, noting that this quality is more important to God than the universe itself. Drawing from the Book of Job, he highlights that even a wealthy, prominent family man can be godly. He particularly challenges parents to maintain a constant concern for their children's inner spiritual state, proactively praying for them against sins they may not openly commit.

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Job as the first written scriptureBecause Job lived about 500 years before Moses wrote Genesis, the Book of Job stands as the earliest written scripture.

A person is more important than the universeGod chose to begin scripture with a man rather than the creation of the world, showing that an upright person is of supreme value to Him.

Standing firm without compromiseJob was a man who feared God, turned away from evil, and could not be bent to compromise on scriptural principles.

Holiness in family lifeJob was a family man with ten children, proving that true godliness is not found by withdrawing into isolation like a monk.

The wealthiest man in the EastJob was a multi-millionaire with immense livestock and servants, demonstrating that great wealth does not disqualify someone from being the most Godly man of his time.

Concern for hidden heart sinsAfter his children's feasts, elderly Job thoughtfully wondered if they might have sinned or cursed God in their hearts.

The danger of blindly defending childrenParents must avoid blindly assuming their children are perfect and should recognize that fleshly corruption can lead them astray.

Rising early to intercede in prayerJob regularly rose early in the morning to offer burnt offerings and pray for the forgiveness of his children's potential sins.

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