(1-13) Job required to explain the works of nature. Case in point – Satan’s roll in Job’s suffering. David Guzik commentary on Job 37, where Elihu continues his speech to Job, describing the thunderous voice of God in the storm. Job 37 Commentary: The Effect of a Storm on Man…. (21-24). Included in the commentary of this chapter is a lengthy reflection on the nature of free will and the sovereignty of God. 6 For he saith to the snow,[Be thou on/Fall on/Fall to] the earth; [likewise/and] to the [small rain, and to the great rain/downpour and the rain/torrential rains][of his strength/“Be strong”/“pour down”]. No? Why does he bring rain or snow or whatever else? Nothing happens if God wills it so. Bible Commentary / Produced by TOW Project Introduction to Job Back to Table of Contents Back to Table ... Job's Second Lament. 37:1-13 The changes of the weather are the subject of a great deal of our thoughts and common talk; but how seldom do we think and speak of these things, as Elihu, with a regard to God, the director of them! But catch this – these works of God are carrying out God’s will and are acting according to God’s commands. My heart pounds at this and leaps from my chest. It’s no problem for him. Oh, so there are things that God does that you can’t understand… I wonder what else God might be doing in Job’s life that none of you understand.”. 2 Keep listening to the thunder of his voice and the rumbling that comes from his mouth. 8 [Then the/The] [beasts/wild animals] go into [dens/their lairs],and remain in their [places/dens]. 23 Touching the Almighty, we cannot find him out: he is excellent in power, and in judgment, and in plenty of justice: he will not afflict. How weak mankind is – is the message. He uses the atmosphere. He directeth it under the whole heaven His voice of thunder, which rolls from one end of the heaven to the other: he charges the clouds with it, and directs both it and them where they shall go and discharge; what tree, house, or man, it shall strike; and where the rain shall fall when the clouds burst: yet Pliny F24 atheistically calls thunder and lightning chance matters. We must notice the glory of God, not only in the thunder and lightning, but in the more common and less awful changes of the weather; as the snow and rain. Job knows better how to run the world than God does. Oh that men would listen to the voice of God, who in many ways warns them to flee from the wrath to come; and invites them to accept his salvation, and to be happy. 32 So these three men stopped answering Job, because he was righteous in his own eyes. Job was nowhere to be found when God laid the foundations of the earth. (1-4) The methods in which God deals with men. Ultimately, God decides where snow and rain fall. So, even when we don’t understand God’s ways – we can trust his wisdom as he leads us through this oftentimes perplexing life. 4 After the lightning comes the sound of his voice.. Job 36 Commentary: “listen to me” 1-4 So, Elihu begins by urging Job to listen to him. Due thoughts of the works of God will help to reconcile us to all his providences. What is that wind? Job 37 Commentary, this commentary is a one-volume commentary prepared by Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset and David Brown Job 37:3. Also by watering — The earth; by causing the clouds first to receive, and then to convey to distant parts, and afterward to pour forth, abundance of water; he wearieth the thick clouds — Alluding to men’s being wearied with carrying burdens, travelling, and labour. And he’s still attempting to correct Job. Well, he often carries out his work in order to influence his human creatures. It’s a sound that God makes through his storms. David Guzik commentary on Job 37, where Elihu continues his speech to Job, describing the thunderous voice of God in the storm. Hola, Identifícate. (a) At the marvelling of the thunder and lightnings: by which he declares that the faithful are lively touched with the majesty of God, when they behold his works.37:2 Hear attentively the b noise of his voice, and the sound [that] goeth out of his mouth. The friends presume to know exactly how God always deals with the wicked – as if they know everything that he knows when he determines what he should do with such people. Hear attentively--the thunder (noise), &c., and then you will feel that there is good reason to tremble. Also, as to those thick clouds of sorrow which often darken our minds, the Lord hath a wind which passes and clears them away. And the showers of His mighty rain. 21 And now [men see not the bright light/the sun cannot be looked at] which is [bright…] in the [clouds/skies]:[but the/after a] wind [passeth/has passed/passed], and [cleanseth/cleared/swept away] [them/the clouds]. Job 38:1-42:6. Study Job 37 using Wesley’s Explanatory Notes to better understand Scripture with full outline and verse meaning. 1. Well, what else does Job not understand and what else does he have no power to influence? Elihu sees a tempest rising. BAR ES, "At this also - That is, in view of the thunderstorm, for it … I’m so much humbled by these insights. 3 He was also angry with the three friends, because they had found no way to refute Job, and yet had condemned him. Does God really need to hear that we don’t appreciate what he’s doing? Then you better take a cue from Elihu. How absurd! What about you, Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar? Job 37 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is written by one of the most influential men of the modern Christianity movement. That is, in view of the thunderstorm, for it is that which Elihu is describing. He’s causing the thunder to roar. (4 After that comes the sound of his roar; he thunders with his majestic voice. No one knows about that. What he discusses therein… Bur seriously, I hope that we can remember the sober teaching of this section of Scripture and really be content with what God gives us. That’s just a picture of Job’s weak and feeble nature as compared to the Almighty God’s nature. God … Job 37, Coffman Commentaries on the Bible, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the Church of Christ, presents a … God is coming. And the way that he’s portraying it – you get the sense that the storm is rolling in – right now! 2 Listen! Now that God is about to speak, Elihu delivers a few words, as the sum of all his discourse. 15 [Dost thou/Do you] know [when/how] God [disposed/establishes/commands] them,[and/how he] [caused/makes] [the light/lightning] [of his cloud to shine/flash in his storm cloud]? Job would have been inclined to believe all of that before his trial. Job required to explain the works of nature. And then Elihu speaks more of the effects of the cold that God sends from the north. God Revealed. Job 42:7-17. So, based on the fact that when it comes to all sorts of things in this life – God is the only one who really understands and is really able to do anything – does God really need to be informed that we have a complaint with how he’s running things around here? Elihu has been focusing on storms and clouds and lightning. Those who, through grace, know much of God, know nothing, in comparison with what is to be known, and of what will be known, when that which is perfect is come. Job required to explain the works of nature. He saith to the snow, Be thou on the earth — By his powerful will the snow is formed in the air, and falls upon the earth where and when he sees fit. Now, we know that God is going to come to Job in a whirlwind – in a storm. 7 He putteth a seal on the hand of every man, That all men may come to a knowledge of His creative work. Under the whole heaven he lets it go, and his lightning to the corners of the earth. And from all the clouds which trouble our consciences, the Holy Spirit sets us free in the work of consolation. Nature directs all creatures to shelter themselves from a storm; and shall man only be unprovided with a refuge? Do you think that in these verses, Elihu has been acting as a herald of God’s approaching? And Elihu and Job and the three friends can’t help but notice that something strange is going on. (When his voice resounds, God’s ways and his reasons for doing what he does are oftentimes beyond our knowledge! Hear in hearing. And Elihu could well say, “Can you do that, Job? And Elihu is starting to become terrified. So, the picture is – God works. Job 37 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is a one-volume commentary prepared by Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset and David Brown if a man speak, surely he shall be swallowed up. So, storms and cold – the things that are ultimately beyond our understanding and that can be so effective in bringing all of our pursuits to a complete halt – those things God just throws at mankind from every which way – every direction. But now Elihu is starting to express his own feelings in relation to this storm. Keil and Delitzsch Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament. He seals the hand of every man, That all men may know His work. But it’s all ultimately his doing. In this verse, the majestic voice of God roars, proclaiming His justice and goodness to all creatures. Job 37 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the Church of Christ, presents a verse level look at the Bible. Job has become one of these who are wise of heart – at least, that’s how they view themselves. Job 37:17b Job 32:1-37:24. It is his Holy Spirit. 17 [How thy/You whose] garments are [warm/hot],when he [quieteth/stills] the earth [by/because of] the south wind? KJV Job 37:1 At this also my heart [trembleth/pounds],and [is moved/leaps] [out of/from] [his/its] place. Elihu sees a tempest rising. 2 [Hear/Listen] [attentively/closely to/carefully to] the [noise/thunder] of his voice,[and/to] the [sound/rumbling] that [goeth/proceeds] [out of/out from/from] his mouth. God is going to speak in just a few verses! 2 Hear attentively the thunder of His voice, and the rumbling that comes from His mouth. He lets it loose beneath the entire sky; His lightning to the ends of the earth. This description was commenced in (Job 36:29), and is continued to (Job 37:5), and should not have been separated by … And you might not like that he’s sending frost and ice. And I think what’s interesting is that we’ll see later on that God picks right up after Elihu finishes. But also in terms of power and ability. 16 Dost thou know [about…] the [balancings/layers/balancing] of the clouds,the [wondrous works/wonders/wondrous activities] of him [which/who] is perfect in knowledge? Elihu Proclaims God's Majesty - “At this also my heart trembles and leaps out of its place. That’s what Elihu says. That is, in view of the thunderstorm, for it is that which Elihu is describing. It’s Satan’s challenging God. Job 37 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the Church of Christ, presents a verse level look at the Bible. Job 37 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary of the Old and New Testament was penned by John Calvin, Martin Luther and Huldrych Zwingli. Even when it’s frost and ice. Keep listening to the thunder of his voice and the rumbling that comes from his mouth. And let me ask you – what is one reality that we know of that neither Job nor the friends nor even Elihu know – as it relates to Job’s circumstances in this book? So that everyone will pay attention – not to their own work – but to his. Job 37 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is written by one of the most influential men of the modern Christianity movement. (1-13) Job required to explain the works of nature. And either way, it’s beyond our understanding. Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth: The intention of this question is obvious. 6 For He saith to the snow: Fall towards the earth, And to the rain-shower. No – the moment we start thinking that God is wrong or is doing wrong – is the moment that we are wrong. 12 [And it is turned round about/It changes direction, turning around/The clouds go around in circles, wheeling about] [how and why?…] [by his counsels/by his guidance/according to his plans]:[that they may do/to carry out] [whatsoever/all that] he commandeth them [upon/over] the face of the [world in the earth/inhabited earth/whole inhabited world]. Theology and Themes (Job) Back to Table of Contents Back to Table of Contents. 20 Shall it be told him that I speak? © 2021 Christianity.com. What is perplexing you right now? (When his voice resounds, We don’t! Believers should avoid this; no days are bad as God makes them, though we make many bad by our sins. Elihu concludes his discourse with some great sayings concerning the glory of God. 14 [Hearken/Listen/Pay attention] [unto/to] this, O Job:stand still, and consider the [wondrous works/wonders] of God. Job 37:22 Context. Sooner or later all men shall fear him. Man and beast. Even when Job’s circumstances changed and it seems like God has changed – he really hasn’t. As Elihu is speaking here, is it reading too much into the text to imagine the sky darkening. Stop acting as if you yourself are God and know everything. For He says to the snow, 'Fall on the earth'; Likewise to the gentle rain and the heavy rain of His strength. So, how does God balance clouds? Saltar al contenido principal.es. JOB 37 COMME TARY EDITED BY GLE PEASE 1 “At this my heart pounds and leaps from its place. wings. It doesn’t cause him great exertion to do this kind of thing. And, Job is powerless also when it comes to the sky. It’s easy. 21 And now men see not the bright light which is in the clouds: but the wind passeth, and cleanseth them. Prime Cesta. He does not restrain the lightning when His rumbling voice is heard. KJV Job 38:1 Then the LORD answered Job out of the … Does he really need to be bothered with the discontented complaining of his creatures who really can’t understand – let alone do – anything that he alone understands fully and can do perfectly? (Verse 1-13.) Well, here are two of these great things that God does that we ultimately don’t understand. So, something that can be moved along by a light breeze poses such an obstacle for us. And lightning starting to flash. Just listen to His thunderous voice and the rumbling that comes from His mouth. And his thinking and understanding is beyond you. And in fact, Job is so frail compared to God that his clothes get hot when the south wind blows. Through Job 37, Job has listened to three “friends” and Elihu speak to him about why he is suffering so badly. God’s work of lightning. Even of mundane seemingly-irrelevant realities in this world. This description was commenced in (Job 36:29), and is continued to (Job 37:5), and should not have been separated by the division into chapters. So, when February rolls around and we’re all sick of the frost and the ice – do me a favor and remind me of this message. 4 After [it/that] a voice roareth: he thundereth with [the voice of his excellency/his majestic voice/an exalted voice];and he [will not stay/does not restrain/does not hold back] [them/the lightnings/his lightning bolts] when his voice is heard. In light of all that God knows and all that we don’t – how can we order a case before God to argue that he’s being unjust? The Divine voice is often described in the Bible as a roar, frequently as an expression of His anger. But remember – these are his works. All Rights Reserved. And up to this point I suppose I’ve been content to think of Elihu’s words for the last few verses as just speaking generically of the typical approaching storm and what tends to happen during such tempests. Job 37 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, written by 29 eminent scholars, is one of the most-recognized standards of expository commentaries And of course Elihu has asked a few questions in the last several chapters. We don’t either, ultimately. Job 37:3. 10 By the breath of God [frost/ice] is [given/made/produced]:and the [breadth/expanse] of the waters [is straitened/is frozen/freezes solid]. Job 37. As God has a powerful, freezing north wind, so he has a thawing, composing south wind: the Spirit is compared to both, because he both convinces and comforts, Song of Solomon 4:16. Chapter 37. And you and I can trust his wisdom – even when we don’t understand his ways in this world. Dialogue with Elihu (Job 32-37) Bible Commentary / Produced by TOW Project At this point, a young bystander named Elihu enters the discussion. So, God works in ways that seem – as I’ve said – mundane or irrelevant. Job 37:1 "At this also my heart trembleth, and is moved out of his place." Chapter 37. There are many, many things that God does that we don’t understand. In fact, we’ll see him ask four questions – one right after another – in the rest of this chapter. Read Job 37 commentary using John Gill's Exposition of the Bible. 29:3 a voice roars; He thunders with His majestic voice, And He does not restrain them when His voice is heard. 3 He sends lightning across the sky.. And thunder beginning to roar. 1 “At this also my heart trembles, And leaps from its place. 1 ‘A storm like that makes me very afraid.. 2 Listen well to God's words.. When he speaks, it is like the sound of thunder.. 5 When God speaks, great things happen.. 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