The Majesty and Justice of God

Dearly Beloved, 

Day 29: Chronological Bible in One Year Devotion🙏🙏

In these chapters, Elihu continues to defend God's justice and majesty. In Job 35, he responds to Job’s earlier complaints that righteousness doesn’t seem to matter in the face of suffering. Elihu argues that human behavior—whether good or evil—does not change God. He is above our actions, yet He hears the cries of the oppressed and answers in His time (Job 35:9-13). Elihu reminds us that our perspective is limited and we must trust that God’s wisdom far exceeds our own.

In Job 36, Elihu turns to describe God's greatness. He portrays God as mighty in power, yet caring and compassionate toward His creation. He corrects people through suffering but does not despise them. Instead, He uses hardships as a means to bring us closer to Him, offering redemption and restoration (Job 36:15). Elihu explains that if we respond with humility and repentance, we will experience God’s grace. He declares that God's purpose is firm—He desires to lead us to righteousness, but we must be willing to listen.

Elihu’s speech culminates in Job 37 with a majestic portrayal of God’s power in creation. He speaks of the wonders of nature—thunder, lightning, snow, and rain—as expressions of God's greatness and control over the universe. Elihu encourages Job to consider the vastness and wisdom of God displayed in the natural world. He reminds us that while we may not understand the intricacies of His plans, we can trust that God’s ways are perfect and just.

These chapters remind us of two important truths: first, that God is just and His purposes are beyond our comprehension; second, that God is compassionate and uses suffering to draw us closer to Him. Our trials are not evidence of God's absence or indifference but rather a sign that He is working in our lives, shaping us for greater things.

In our moments of suffering and doubt, we may feel tempted to question God's justice. Yet Elihu’s words remind us that God's majesty is unsearchable, and His ways are beyond our limited understanding. We are called to trust His goodness, even when we cannot see the full picture. Just as the storm serves as a reminder of God's control over nature, so too should our trials remind us of His sovereignty over every detail of our lives.

Prayer: Lord Jesus, help me to trust in Your justice and sovereignty, even when I don’t understand my circumstances. Open my eyes to Your greatness and remind me that You are always in control. Give me the humility to accept Your correction and the faith to rely on Your perfect plans. Amen.