Easter 2 | Job 42:1-6 (with Nick Locke)

Opening Song:
Shepherd of My Soul by Jonathan Ogden, Kelani Koyejo, and Nathan Stirling

Lyrics:
Lord of the mountains and sea
You are treading a path set for me
God of the seasons and sky
You have always been holding my life

Lord You are the shepherd of my soul
So I lay down my plans I give up my rights
And let You take control of this surrendered life
You comfort You sustain
In shaking You remain
Unmoved and unafraid
Forever and always
You lead me by still waters
Lead me through the valleys
Lead me in Your wisdom
Shepherd of my soul

Through valleys of shadow and death I am not afraid
By my Father's breath every star in the sky was made
And who can I fear when You're standing right
Here by my side
Always leading protecting and guarding my left and
My right

Father You make all things new
Great God of creation
Father You will always be my rock and salvation

Passage:
1 Then Job answered the Lord and said:
2 “I know that you can do all things,
and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.
3 ‘Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge?’
Therefore I have uttered what I did not understand,
things too wonderful for me, which I did not know.
4 ‘Hear, and I will speak;
I will question you, and you make it known to me.’
5 I had heard of you by the hearing of the ear,
but now my eye sees you;
6 therefore I despise myself,
and repent in dust and ashes.”
(Job 42:1-6 ESV)

Musical Reflection:
Harp meditation No. 1 by Gretchen Kirby

Reflection Notes:
A repetitive pattern in the left hand provides a meditative foundation while the right hand experiments with ascending lines. The tune is meant to be joyful and evoke delight.

Prayer:
This is another day, O Lord. I know not what it will bring forth, but make me ready, Lord, for whatever it may be. If I am to stand up, help me to stand bravely. If I am to sit still, help me to sit quietly. If I am to lie low, help me to do it patiently. And if I am to do nothing, let me do it gallantly. Make these words more than words, and give me the Spirit of Jesus. Amen.