Read: Job 31:1-33:33; 2 Corinthians 3:1-18; Psalm 43:1-5a; Proverbs 22:8-9
Job so believed in his own integrity that he pronounced a curse on himself if he had done any of the wrong things he listed. He denied treating anyone wrongly or not helping a person in need. He rests his case for three chapters and so do his three friends. It is a fourth man named Elihu that rises up to try his wisdom. He was angry with Job for his righteous indignation and he was angry at his friends for not being able to condemn him. He doesn’t sound like a great friend. He was also the youngest and had waited eagerly for his elders to finish talking so he could have his chance. He reiterates Job’s testimony and then starts tearing it down. He starts with the fact that Job said God was not condemning him. Elihu explained that God uses different ways to speak. He chasens through dreams and pain. But, if there was just one angel on Job’s side, he would save him from the pit. He would stand up for him and save him from judgement. He would bring him to the face of God and he would be restored. He would repent before men and say he was a sinner. Elihu was insinuating that Job has not come to this point or he would be repentant.
Paul explained the work of the Spirit. It is better than words written in ink because it is the life behind those words. The law was given by God to his people, but without the spirit it only condemns and gives no hope. With the spirit, it is life and reveals the glory of God.
We have the Word written in our hearts so we bear the glory of the Lord.
Lord, may we shine forth your glory and your life.
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