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“The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.” — Job 1:21
Did You Know
Lebanon (Druze Region) and Oman (Salalah) both claim to house the tomb of Job.
Course Number: OT315
Professor:
Former President and Academic Dean of Grand Rapids Bible College and Seminary in Grand Rapids, MI
Course Description:
Is God too weak to stop suffering? Does God not care about my situation? In a world full of sin, pain and hardship remain daily realities. Throughout history, humanity has wrestled with the problems of suffering and has often questioned the goodness of God. Wood retells the story of Job and the struggles he endured. Throughout the course, students examine Job’s tumultuous life and the various responses to his suffering given by his friends and family. Ultimately, Job learns to praise God no matter what his circumstance. Despite Satan’s attempts to thwart the plans of God, the Lord remains sovereign over all.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Grasp the message of Job.
- Understand the historical and contextual setting of the book.
- Identify Satan’s schemes and tactics.
- Recognize God’s sovereignty in all things.
- Point out the counseling strengths and weaknesses of Job’s friends.
- Identify with Job’s suffering.
- Appreciate the book’s relevance for today.
- Apply the book’s message to life and ministry.
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