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Start at the Good

Gert Kwakkel

This article considers how Job (in Job 1 – Job 2) responded to his suffering: his confession reveals he knew God to be a giver of good, and therefore he received also evil from him.

An Introduction to the Book of Job

This article is an introduction to the book of Job.

What do we make of the explanation that Elihu offers for the suffering of Job, since nothing Elihu says seems to come close to describing what happened in the prologue. This article suggests that the account in the prologue is not intended to give a rationale for Job's extensive suffering. The author argues that Elihu's contribution presents a non-retributive reason for Job's suffering, which could mean that ultimately, Elihu's account might be correct.

Job's First Triumph of Faith

This article provides an exposition of Job 1:20-22, and Job's response to the first set of trials he received from the Lord.

Job – Adversity of a Righteous Man (Job 1)

Chapter 1 provides an exegesis of Job 1. The main theme of the chapter is the adversity of the righteous man.

Job – Introduction to Job

This chapter provides an introduction to the book of Job. Introductory matters addressed include authorship, date, setting, unity and structure, literary type, purpose and theme, and teaching and preaching of the book.

7 Reasons to Study the Book of Job

Often the book of Job is read for a few of its highlights. This article offers seven reasons to read and study the whole book.

Job – The Testing of Your Faith (Job 1:6-2:10)

Chapter 2 is a commentary on Job 1:6-Job 2:5. The main theme that Ash formulates is the testing of the faith of believers.

Job – Welcome to a Well-Run World (Job 1:1-5)

Chapter 1 is a commentary on Job 1:1-5.

Crying Out for Vindication – Reading Job

Chapter 1 deals with matters of introduction to the book of Job. The book's nature, setting, and place in history are considered. At the end of the chapter are a number of questions for further reflection.

Job – Introduction

In the section of the chapter we present here, Longman introduces the book of Job. Different aspects of the book are explored. First he deals with the title of the book, its place in the canon, authorship, and date. He then considers the text, language, translation, and genre of the book.

Job 1:1-3 - God's Demonstration of Job's Genuine Piety

This article on Job 1:1-3 is about Job's suffering and God's purpose with this suffering.

Job – The Loneliness of Job (Job 2:11-13)

Chapter 3 is a commentary on Job 2:11-13. The main theme that Ash formulates is the loneliness of Job.

Job 2 - Shall we Accept Good from God, and not Trouble?

In this article on Job 2:1-10, the author discusses the providence of God and suffering, as well as difficulties in our lives and what this has to do with the hand of God. The author also looks at the tempting of Satan and the rule of God.

Job – Weep with Those Who Weep (Job 3)

Chapter 4 is a commentary on Job 3. The main theme Ash formulates is the call to weep with those who weep.

Lessons on Suffering from Job

The lessons we can learn from Job and his suffering is how God is full of compassion and mercy. This is in accordance with James 5:11.

The Problem of Evil in the Book of Job

Why is there evil in life? Understanding the relationship between the existence of evil and the sovereignty of God and his goodness is essential for every Christian. From the book of Job this article show how suffering relates to God, with focus on the purpose and way of dealing with suffering.

I Shall Come Forth as Gold

Christians go through trials and suffering. From Job 23:10, this article shows that God in his knowledge and sovereignty uses these to refine believers just as gold is refined.

Job 3:1-3 - Job Goes into the Depths

This article on Job 3:1-3 is about Job's reaction to his suffering.

The Book of Job

This article gives an overview of the message of the book of Job, pointing to its relevance for the church today.

Mythology and the Book of Job

There are mythological elements in the book of Job. The purpose of this paper is to analyze key passages where it can be found: Job 5, Job 26, Job 38, and Job 40.

Satan: God's Servant

The Bible portrays the hostility between God and Satan, but there is also abundant testimony that Satan was subject to God’s control and was used by God to accomplish his purposes. He is indeed represented as a servant of God. This presentation of Satan is explicit in the book of Job. This article looks at how Satan is portrayed in Job and then explores how later biblical texts use this presentation of Job.

Job 19:25-27 - Everlasting Life

This article on Job 19:25-27 is about despair and death in contrast with hope and everlasting life.

Job 28 in Its Literary Context

What is the role Job 28 plays in its larger literary context and what is its main message or theme? In its endeavour to answer these questions, the article offers a close reading of the chapter.

Job 28 – Where Can Wisdom Be Found

Where can wisdom be found? This article describes how Christians can gain wisdom, through a consideration of Job 28.

Job 33:19 - Elihu's "Solution" to Job's Problem

This article on Job 33:19 and Job 36:15-16 is about punishment and the Lord's chastisement.

Job 40:15-24 - The Behemoth

This exposition of Job 40:15-24 discusses what animals might fit the description of the behemoth.

The Knowledge of God and of Ourselves

From Job 42:5-6 this article shows how a deeper knowledge of God leads to a deeper knowledge of ourselves, and how this leads to a life of repentance and humility.

The Message of the Book of Job: Job 42:7b as Key to Interpretation?

Through literary analysis this essay examines the meaning and message of Job 42:7b.

Job 42:5 - Believing is Seeing

Faith means seeing life in a different way, having a different perspective - Job 42:5.

Job 1:1-2:10 - Be Prepared to Face Spiritual Challenges

This is a Bible study on Job 1:1-2:10.

Job’s Final Victory and Increased Blessings

Looking at the story of Job, this article examines the topic of suffering. Why do Christians suffer, and what should our response to suffering be?

Why I Chose to Preach on Job

This article shows how preaching from the book of Job can be beneficial for the church, since it deals with the topic of suffering and God's involvement in suffering. Job is a book that speaks about the gospel of Christ.

Calvin's Exposition of the Book of Job

John Calvin preached 159 sermons on the book of Job. This article gives us insight in Calvin's view and understanding of the book of Job. The author also discusses the cause of suffering, learning from suffering, and suffering and the sovereignty of God.