When looking at the Bible, we notice that it contains different types of literature. Whether it is the parables of Jesus , the narratives (stories) of Genesis, the letters to first century churches, or the history books, each brings something important to the story of the Bible. This year we will be reading through the Old Testament Wisdom Literature. The Books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon are all “Wisdom Literature.” They are books written to help us see how God’s will and His presence are lived out in “real” life. Job will deal with loss, questions about faith, and perseverance through adversity. The Psalms help us understand praise, devotion, repentance, and worship. The Proverbs give us insight into life and godliness. Ecclesiastes asks and answers hard questions about surrender. The Song of Solomon teaches us about intimacy. Yet each was written so that we could connect to God. In Job 5:8, Eliphaz, one of Job’s friends, is rebuking Job, but, in the process, he makes a wonderful proclamation. He says, “As for me, I would seek God, and to God would I commit my cause…” He encourages Job to seek the will of God. That is what embedding the Bible is about. Seeking God and committing to His wisdom.
| Date | Reading |
| January 6 | Job 4:1-16 |
| January 7 | Job 4:17-27 |
| January 8 | Job 5 |
| January 9 | Job 6:1-13 |
| January 10 | Job 6:14-30 |
| January 11 | Job 7 |
| January 12 | Job 8 |
| January 13 | Job 9:1-12 |