Troublesome Topic: GOD’S CONVERSATION WITH JOB
Lesson 3 of 5THE LORD to Job: (38:1 – 40:2)
Okay Job, I will take you up on your request; I will evaluate your claim of innocence.
Are you something great? How much do you really know? How much can you do?
Job’s reply: (40:3-5)
I am unworthy, how can I reply? I spoke once, but I will not say any more—I will not try to defend myself before You.
THE LORD to Job again: 40:6- 41:34)
Do you wish to accuse me of wrongdoing? Do you have the power or authority to make any accusations at all? If you can execute justice, and bring down on the wicked their just punishment, then I will admit that your own arm can save you. If you could do what I do, you would not need me. How much strength do you have? Are you powerful enough to capture the Behemoth or the Leviathan?
Job’s reply: (42:1-3)
Surely, I spoke of things I did not understand. I despise myself and repent in dust and ashes.
THE LORD to Eliphaz and his two friends: (42:7-9)
I am angry with you. You have not spoken of me what is right—your view of me is twisted. Repent, offer sacrifices, and ask Job to pray for you—I will accept his prayer.
(They did what God told them to do, and the Lord accepted Job’s prayer for them.)
Conclusion: (42:10-17)
Job was restored to health and wealth, and a full family again.