Temporal Vs Eternal

Job's friends have been trying to comfort Job with the hope that his life will return to the way it was: riches, wealth, etc. But Job reveals the true and wise way to comfort the afflicted: with that which will not fail; the promise of God, his love and grace, and a well-grounded hope of eternal life (Matthew Henry’s commentary).

This is so true! Too often I’ve tried to bring comfort to others through the false hope that life will return to what it once was. But what if it doesn't? What if health doesn't return? What if their loved one dies? What if....? True and lasting comfort comes from God, His Word, His character and attributes, the knowledge that this world isn’t our home, etc.  That is where the focus should be in times of distress, affliction, loss and sorrow. We need to point others to what is eternal, rather than what is temporal. Lasting peace and comfort comes on those wings.