Job 15:7
Were you the first man ever born? Were you brought forth before the hills?
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Job 15:7?

2. How does Job 15:7 challenge our understanding of human wisdom versus God's wisdom?

3. In what ways can we humbly seek wisdom from God, not ourselves?

4. How does Job 15:7 connect with Proverbs 3:5-6 about trusting God?

5. What practical steps can we take to avoid pride in our own wisdom?

6. How can Job 15:7 encourage us to value God's eternal perspective over ours?

7. How does Job 15:7 challenge the concept of human wisdom compared to divine wisdom?

8. What does Job 15:7 imply about the limitations of human understanding?

9. How does Job 15:7 address the theme of humility before God?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 15?

11. In Job 15:7–8, how is the suggestion that humans could know divine secrets reconciled with modern scientific understanding of human origins?

12. What does 'To dust you shall return' mean?

13. What does 'born to trouble' signify in Job 5:7?

14. In Job 15:14-16, how do Eliphaz's claims about universal impurity align with Genesis 1:31, which pronounces creation 'very good'?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Eliphaz's question in Job 15:7 challenge Job's understanding of wisdom, and what can we learn about humility in our own pursuit of knowledge?

2. In what ways does the creation account in Genesis 1-2 provide context for understanding the rhetorical questions posed by Eliphaz?

3. How can Proverbs 8:22-31 help us appreciate the role of divine wisdom in creation and in our daily lives?

4. Reflect on a time when you faced suffering or a challenge. How did your understanding of God's eternal perspective influence your response?

5. How can we better support others in their suffering, taking lessons from the interactions between Job and his friends?1. How does Eliphaz's critique of Job's words in the beginning of the chapter reflect the conflict between human wisdom and divine wisdom?

2. What does Eliphaz's emphasis on the wisdom of the elders tell us about the importance of learning from past generations?

3. How does Eliphaz’s depiction of the fate of the wicked challenge your understanding of sin and its consequences?

4. In what ways does Eliphaz's speech reflect his understanding of Job's suffering?

5. How does this chapter challenge your personal understanding of God's justice?

6. In what ways can you apply the lessons about humility and reverence towards God in your daily life?

7. How might Eliphaz's depiction of the wicked's fate influence your choices and behaviors?

8. What does this chapter teach us about the potential dangers of pride and self-righteousness?

9. How might Eliphaz’s stern discourse shape your understanding of compassion and empathy?

10. How can this chapter help in cultivating a deeper sense of humility in our lives?

11. Eliphaz points out that Job has been speaking out of sinful human pride. How can you apply this caution in your daily conversations and interactions?

12. Given Eliphaz's conviction about the consequences of wickedness, how would you approach discussions about righteousness and sin in your community?

13. How might you handle a situation where a friend, like Job, is suffering and questioning the reasons for their circumstances?

14. How does the wisdom of the elders mentioned by Eliphaz resonate with you? How might you integrate it into your own life?

15. How can you apply Eliphaz’s admonitions about wickedness to modern societal issues like corruption or greed?

16. What lessons can be learned from Eliphaz's response to Job's suffering in terms of responding to others' pain and grief?

17. How does this chapter resonate with you in terms of balancing human understanding and divine wisdom?

18. Can you identify any contemporary situations that reflect Eliphaz's discourse on the destiny of the wicked? How might you respond differently?

19. How can this chapter inspire a self-reflection about your own attitudes and actions?

20. If you were in Job's place, how would you respond to Eliphaz's speech? Would you agree or disagree, and why?

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