The Wisdom Journey

Resting on the Rock of Our Redeemer (Job 15-21)

Stephen Davey

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What do you do when well-meaning people offer words that wound more than heal? In this episode of The Wisdom Journey, Stephen Davey explores Job chapters 15–21—where Job’s counselors unleash their second round of harsh, misguided advice. These so-called friends continue accusing Job of hidden sin, while Job pleads for understanding and clings to the goodness of God.

In the midst of mounting grief and unbearable pain, Job makes one of the most remarkable declarations of faith in the Bible: “I know that my Redeemer lives.” This isn’t wishful thinking or empty optimism—this is deep, tested trust in a living God, even as silence echoes from heaven.

Stephen walks you through Job’s responses, including his despair, confusion, and faith-filled perseverance. You’ll be challenged to think deeply about how to comfort others in their suffering and how to recognize shallow theology that offers no hope.

If you’ve ever been hurt by bad counsel—or needed a reason to hope again—this episode will help anchor your faith in the rock-solid truth that Jesus Christ, our Redeemer, is alive and present, even when life seems hopeless.

Stephen Davey's newest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

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