1. One desire in the midst of anguish (6:1-13)

Job's misery outweighs the sand of the sea. He begs God to let him die before he denies God's word. It is his consolation and joy in the midst of unrelenting pain that he has been faithful to the words of God.

2. Don't depend on people (14-30)

He compares his friends to an undependable, intermittent stream that overflows when water is abundant, but drys up in a drought. He learns that he cannot depend on them, for they are never there for him when he really needs them. Only God is dependable.

3. Forgive my sins, O Watcher of men (7:1-21)

Job waits for relief like a slave longs for the evening. He lies awake at night because he is covered with painful sores. When he finally falls into a fitful sleep, he is tormented by nightmares. He knows that only God can help him, so he complains to God and pleads for his mercy.

Application: Lord, help me to hold your word in my heart and be faithful to you.
One Word: Don't deny God's word