The Accuser's Challenge (Outline) Series

The Case of Job: Divine Justice Revealed

The Accuser's Challenge

Job 1:6-12

Introduction:

Good morning/afternoon/evening, dear friends and members of our congregation. Today, we embark on a journey into the book of Job, delving into a profound and timeless story that explores the complexities of human suffering, divine justice, and the relentless challenges we face in our faith journey.

In this series, "The Case of Job: Divine Justice Revealed," we find ourselves at a crucial juncture in the narrative, as we examine the moment when the Accuser, Satan himself, steps into the divine courtroom to challenge the integrity of a man named Job. This encounter unveils the spiritual battles waged behind the scenes and teaches us invaluable lessons about faith, resilience, and God's ultimate sovereignty.

As we explore Job 1:6-12 today, titled "The Accuser's Challenge," let us open our hearts and minds to glean insights that will empower us to stand firm in the face of trials, just as Job did. We will uncover the identity of the Accuser, understand the nature of his challenge, and witness Job's remarkable response in the midst of unimaginable suffering. Most importantly, we will discover how we, too, can overcome the Accuser's challenges in our own lives.

Now, let us turn our attention to the Word of God, seeking divine wisdom and guidance as we dive into this profound passage and its implications for our faith journey.

I. The Accuser's Challenge (Job 1:6-12)

A. The Accuser's Challenge: Understanding the Spiritual Battle (Ephesians 6:12)

- Scripture: Job 1:6-12

- Ephesians 6:12: "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."

B. Job's Integrity: A Challenge to Satan's Accusations (Job 1:8)

- Scripture: Job 1:6-12

- Job 1:8: "Then the Lord said to Satan, 'Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and shuns evil.'"

II. Who is the Accuser? (Revelation 12:10)

A. The Sovereignty of God: A Response to Satan's Challenge (Job 1:12)

- Scripture: Revelation 12:10

- Job 1:12: "The Lord said to Satan, 'Very well, then, everything he has is in your power, but on the man himself do not lay a finger.' So Satan went out from the presence of the Lord."

B. The Accuser's Tactics: How Satan Seeks to Destroy Our Faith (1 Peter 5:8)

- Scripture: Revelation 12:10

- 1 Peter 5:8: "Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour."

III. What is the Accuser's Challenge? (Zechariah 3:1-2)

- Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-2

- Zechariah 3:1-2: "Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the Lord, and Satan standing at his right side to accuse him. The Lord said to Satan, 'The Lord rebuke you, Satan! The Lord, who has chosen Jerusalem, rebuke you!'"

IV. How does Job Respond? (Job 1:20-22)

A. The Accuser's Defeat: How Christ Overcame Satan's Accusations (Revelation 12:10-11)

- Scripture: Job 1:20-22

- Revelation 12:10-11: "And I heard a loud voice in heaven saying, 'Now have come the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God, and the authority of his Messiah. For the accuser of our brothers and sisters, who accuses them before our God day and night, has been hurled down.'"

B. Job's Suffering: A Testimony of Faith in the Midst of Trials (James 1:2-4)

- Scripture: Job 1:20-22

- James 1:2-4: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."

V. What can we learn from Job's Response? (1 Peter 5:8-9)

A. The Accuser's Defeat: How Christ Overcame Satan's Accusations (Revelation 12:10-11)

- Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

- Revelation 12:10-11: "And I heard a loud voice in heaven saying, 'Now have come the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God, and the authority of his Messiah. For the accuser of our brothers and sisters, who accuses them before our God day and night, has been hurled down.'"

B. Job's Suffering: A Testimony of Faith in the Midst of Trials (James 1:2-4)

- Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

- James 1:2-4: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."

VI. How can we overcome the Accuser's Challenges in our own lives? (Ephesians 6:10-18)

A. The Accuser's Lies: How to Overcome Satan's Deception (John 8:44)