THEOSISGregory the Great
Oh, if only a person could argue with God in the same manner that a human judges his fellow man! Job 16:21. We consistently acknowledge our sinfulness, yet during trials, we often struggle to identify the specific wrongdoing for which we face hardship. We search through our actions meticulously, hoping to find some indication of the source of our affliction. This ambiguity can deepen our distress, as the obscurity of our situation weighs heavily upon us. When one engages in legal disputes with a neighbor, clear accusations are made, and the person defending themselves understands the basis for the complaint. However, when God disciplines an individual, they may feel the impact of His correction yet remain unaware of the reasons behind it.
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As Job expressed, if only a person could present their case before God as one would before another human! It suggests a desire for transparency in understanding both the accusations and the judgment. Yet this level of understanding is unattainable in this life, as there exists a significant barrier obstructing our perception. We struggle not only to grasp the profound nature of God but also our own inherent weaknesses. Our true vision of Him will come only when we are free from our limitations and able to access the grace that allows for deep contemplation, which Paul refers to when he says, "For then I know, as I also am known." 1 Cor. 13:12. Thus, blessed Job, aware that such full understanding cannot be realized in this earthly existence, mourns the blindness of our current life, yet finds solace in the thought that this too shall soon pass.