Job 19:25

New International Version 

I know that my redeemer lives,
    and that in the end he will stand on the earth.

For Encouragement

The groans of a suffering soul are painful. It can feel as if everyone, even God, has left you. No one recalls your past kindness; they only notice your pain and turn away. Often, those around you don’t understand or know how to help. They claim insight but lack divine understanding—what’s happening in the heavenly realms. Job’s story shows this well.

In chapter 19, Job rebuts his friends’ insinuations and affirms hope of seeing his redeemer (Job 19:25-27). He anchors his hope in the truth that his redeemer lives (25). Even in our darkest times, God’s promises of rescue and fairness remain true and relevant today.

His three friends did not understand what was happening to him. Their proud words hurt deeply, cruelly, and never stopped. Even worse, heaven felt so distant. The silence was overwhelming (Job 19:7). It appeared God had turned everything against Job’s chance to get better. His family and friends left him. Even his servants refused to obey him (13-20). His request for kindness from friends could move even the hardest hearts (21). Job wished someone had written his words for posterity. He wanted everyone to read and decide for themselves (23-24).

People may judge or misunderstand us during hard times, but remember, you are never truly alone. Even when friends and family don’t grasp our struggles and advice feels hollow, we can choose hope. Like Job, we can bravely hold onto faith, refusing to let mockery shape our spirit. Trusting God’s promises—knowing He sees our hearts—fills us with strength to keep going. Stay encouraged: focusing on hope lets us respond with faith, even when comfort seems out of reach.

Job chose God’s promises and climbed Mount Faith. His journey shows us: even with complaints, hope endures. Faith teaches that defeat cannot erase victory’s hope. When challenged by defeat, pause, pray for strength, and remember you are not alone. Sharing your struggles with a trusted friend or mentor can renew hope and ensure you feel supported. As Job did, pause and make a Spirit-empowered declaration:

“I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. After my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see him with my own eyes—I, I—and not another. How my heart yearns within me!”(25).

What hope filled his heart can fill yours, too. You can trust God’s promises are sure (2 Cor. 1:20). As Paul writes:

“If we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his” (Romans 6:5; cf. 1 Peter 1:3).

These additional promises further assure us of the hope that awaits the believer.

That is our comfort in this confusing life. Job was sure he would see God after his hard life ended. He looked forward to seeing the God of justice after death. He expected to do this in a new, resurrected body. The Patriarch longed for that day. Instead of suffering, pain, and blame, God would vindicate him and make all things right. What a hopeful thought.

As we await that hope, we find comfort in God’s presence now (2 Cor. 1:3-5). God gives us strength and peace, walking with us in every trial. His closeness helps all who seek Him.

Take heart when the world reviles you. Even if you suffer now, you have every reason to hope for the joy of seeing your Lord’s face. His glorious presence will shine on you (2 Cor. 4:16–18). Let this assurance uplift and empower your faith as you face each trial today.

Pray with Me

My hope is in you, Lord. Your faithfulness gives me hope in defeat, assured that the third day comes with victory. Thank you for living and guaranteeing it for your redeemed in Christ. Amen.  

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