Job 1:1-5
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Verses 1-3: Job's greatness
Job is described as "perfect and upright," God-fearing (v. 1), with a big family (v. 2) and wealthy (v. 3). The ensuing events suggest that this seemingly successful position is not sufficient. In Gen 22, Abraham was also seemingly righteous and well-off, but was forced to develop a deeper (or show his already-existing deep) faith. The account in Luke 18:18-22 also seems to portray a good person who keeps the commandments, but who can and should do more. (See also the discussion about becoming undone on and around Isa 6:5.)
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