Preparing for heart for the Lord

Continuing on in the book of Job, chapter 11, one of Job's friends named Zophar responded to Job's plea.  He went on and on about how God isn't going to answer his questions, and by verse 6 he says, "Know this: God has even forgotten some of your sin."

Zophar questioned why Job was even questioning God's will toward him.  Did he really think to prove the Lord's actions?

Then, in verse 13, Zophar told him to prepare his heart and lift his hands up in prayer.  Forget all of your sins and let the glory of God shine on you like the shining sun.  Forget all of your past sins and let them flow off you like water flowing off your body.

Having hope in the Lord will give one courage.  Having courage and faith in the Lord will protect you.