One of the most downtrodden of all the Old Testament characters was Job, the man who was persecuted by Satan. But in the midst of his trials, Job triumphantly proclaimed “I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last He will take His stand on the earth. Even after my skin is destroyed, yet from my flesh I shall see God.” (Job 19:25-26)
In the New Testament, the promised Redeemer echoed Job’s words: “I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me will live even if he dies.” (John 11:25) For those with faith in Jesus Christ, the promise is clear; even the final disaster–death–will not overcome you. So keep looking to the future. Keep hoping. Keep praying. Keep trusting.
Sing O daughter of Zion, Shout aloud O Israel
Be glad and rejoice with all your heart
The Lord has taken your guilt away, he defeated your enemies
The Lord your God is in your midst
At that time He will deal with those who oppress you
At that time He will heal the lame
At that time He will gather those who were scattered
At that time He will take His children home.
On that day it will be said, Do not fear O Zion
The Lord your God is in your midst
He is a victorious warrior, He is mighty to save you
And He will rejoice over you
Then the eyes of the blind will see, And the ears of the deaf will hear
The lame will leap and the mute will shout for joy
Waters flow in the wilderness, rivers in the desert
And the barren land will burst into bloom