The Allegories in the Book of Job (continued)

Beloved, in continuance of our theme, “The Allegories in the Book of Job” – Even though the Lord’s “yoke is easy, and [His] burden is light” (Matthew 11:30), that fact by itself is not the ultimate encouragement. Rather, just as Elihu was the end of the arguments of Job’s three friends, even so Christ was the end of the accusations, condemnation, the Law, and the prophets. Therefore, I am encouraged to know that Christ’s yoke is not only easy, but that it also destroys any yokes that the devil tries to put on us. Some of you may read Job’s story and say, “I wish God could contend with Satan over me, but I know that I’m not as trustworthy as Job!” – as if to discourage yourself by thinking that God cannot brag about you! This is far from the truth! God had to contend over Job because He had not yet atoned for Job’s sins. You, on the other hand, have a different testimony; there is no more contention for you because what Jesus did at Calvary ends all discussion about you, just as Elihu ended all discussion about Job.

Precious Ones, Jesus taught the disciples this on the Mount of His Transfiguration. When Moses (representing the Law) and Elijah (representing the conscience of man and the prophets) appeared, they were silenced by His voice and removed, and only Jesus was left standing in the midst of the disciples. This taught them that they did not need to build a tabernacle for Moses or Elijah (Matthew 17:4, Mark 9:5). All they needed was Jesus, and all we need is Jesus. He alone is the answer to all of our problems – Hallelujah!

Chosen Ones, don’t read the Bible and be discouraged by the high standard that we must achieve to live a holy life before our God! Rather, let the scripture encourage you in two ways: (1) When you read what God requires and notice that you have failed to measure up to the standards of the scripture, remember to also notice the grace and mercy that God gives you. Notice the time He allows all of us to get it together. (2) Be encouraged to know that today Satan can no longer try to influence or even challenge God as he did in Job’s time – Calvary ends all arguments!

I will write more on this subject next Sunday. Have a very happy and blessed Easter.

I love you all SO very much.
In His Love,

Pastor William L. McCoy