Then Job got very sick. He had painful sores all over his body.
Three of Job's friends came to visit. At first, they just sat with him quietly for seven days. That was kind.
But then they started saying, “This must be your fault! You must have done something bad.” That wasn't true, and it made Job feel worse.
Key Verse
Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.Romans 12:15, ESV
Talk About It
When someone is sad, what helps more: lots of talking or just being there?
Story Questions
How many friends came to see Job?
Three
What did the friends do first?
Sat quietly with Job
What did the friends get wrong?
They said it was all Job's fault
Try This Today
The next time someone is sad, sit with them and give them a hug instead of trying to fix it.
Pray Together
God, help me be a good friend to people who are hurting. Amen.