Job 1 - 2

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In "Job 1-2", Steve Gregg provides an in-depth analysis of the first two chapters of the Book of Job. He discusses the irony behind Job's counselor accusing him of withholding help for the poor and highlights the meaning behind the term "the adversary". Gregg also delves into the testing of Job by God, examining the concept of adversity in life and the man's ability to maintain a high view of God, no matter the severity of trials encountered. Throughout the lecture, Gregg provides valuable insights into the text and offers a unique perspective on the story of Job.
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