Job 36-37
Dear RTB’ers,
Elihu continues, again. Elihu sums up today’s reading with his first verse: Bear with me a little, and I will show you, for I have yet something to say on God’s behalf. (v. 36:1) Then he says it, mostly today about God’s power and His justice: Behold, God is mighty and does not despise any; He is mighty in strength of understanding. He … gives the afflicted their right. He does not withdraw His eyes from the righteous… (vv. 36:5-7a) Wrongdoing and repentance will lead to prosperity (vv. 36:9-11), but sinners who have shut Him out will suffer. (vv. 36:13-14) He then warns Job against being judgmental and wrathful and calls him to task for his attitude: Take care do not turn to iniquity, for this you have chosen rather than affliction. (v. 36:21)
From 36:22 and through the next chapter Elihu speaks mostly of God’s power, especially as reflected in atmospheric conditions – the clouds, the wind, the rain, thunder and lightning, all according to His will: Whether for correction or for His land or for love, He causes it to happen. (v. 37:13) Elihu closes this final speech with words directed specifically to Job: Hear this, O Job; stop and consider the wondrous works of God. … He does not regard any who are wise in their own conceit. (vv. 37:14, 24b) And maybe words directed specifically to us…??!!
Blessings!
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