Following Elihu’s speeches, the Lord Himself responds to Job from the whirlwind. He questions Job about the foundations of the earth, the vastness of creation, and the forces of nature, humbling him with a display of divine wisdom and power.
Before you begin
Ask the Lord to give you a fresh sense of wonder as you read His Word. Pray for understanding and for an open, humble, obedient heart to receive what He wants to say to you.
Read
Review
Write a sentence or two about what you've just read. This could be a summary of the passage or an observation or highlight that stood out to you.
Reflect
When the Lord speaks to Job in chapter 38, He makes it clear that He alone is God. Why is it important to remember this in times of suffering?
Job didn’t allow his temporary bitterness to become a permanent guest. By the end of his story, Job repented and experienced restoration. —Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth1
Respond
Write a short prayer, based on today’s reading. This could include praise, gratitude, personal confession, agreement with the truth, or a request for yourself or someone else.
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Takeaway Thought
What key verse or insight will you take with you into your day?