The Book of Job — Bible Lesson 33
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The Book of Job — Bible Lesson 33
The 77 Questions God Asked Job
Four of Job’s friends came to comfort him after hearing about his suffering. They spoke about the greatness, justice, and wisdom of God. But their words did not fully satisfy Job.
Finally, God Himself spoke directly to Job out of the whirlwind (Job 38:1).
Yes. Many Bible scholars count approximately 77 questions that God asks Job in Job chapters 38–41.
The purpose of these questions was not to directly explain the reason for Job’s suffering. Rather, God was helping Job understanding:
"Do you understand My creation, My wisdom, and My ways well enough to judge Me?”»
God begins by asking questions about creation, the earth, the sea, light, darkness, snow, hail, rain, the stars, the heavens, and the care of animals. He then points to the limitations of human knowledge and righteousness, and finally reveals His authority, greatness, and sovereignty (Job 38–41).
The Questions God Asked — Part 1
Job 38:4–15 — Questions About Creation
1. Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth?
2. Who determined the measurements of the earth?
3. Do you know its measurements?
4. On what were its foundations laid?
5. Who laid its cornerstone?
6. Were you there when the morning stars sang together?
7. Who shut up the sea within its boundaries?
8. Who clothed the sea with clouds?
9. Who set the boundaries for the sea?
10. Who commanded the sea, “This far you may come; no farther”?
11. Have you ever commanded the morning in your lifetime?
12. Do you know the boundaries of the earth?
13. Have you ever removed the light from the wicked?
These are not merely questions. They reveal the limitations of human knowledge and the immeasurable wisdom of God.
The remaining 64 questions will follow in the next post...