I will be partial to no one, nor will I flatter any man. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Job 32:21? 2. How can we avoid showing partiality like Elihu in Job 32:21? 3. What does "flatter no man" teach us about honesty in relationships? 4. How does Job 32:21 relate to Proverbs 28:23 on giving honest feedback? 5. How can we apply the principle of impartiality in our daily interactions? 6. Why is it important to speak truthfully without flattery according to Job 32:21? 7. What does Job 32:21 reveal about impartiality in human judgment? 8. How does Job 32:21 challenge the concept of favoritism? 9. Why is Elihu's perspective in Job 32:21 significant for understanding divine justice? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 32? 11. How does the resolution in Job 42 align with other passages that emphasize a just God, when Job's suffering is never fully justified or explained? 12. Job 32:6-7 - In a culture valuing elders' wisdom, is the portrayal of a younger man correcting older friends historically or culturally plausible? 13. Job 32:16-22 - Are there any textual or historical clues suggesting this chapter might be a later insertion, potentially creating inconsistencies within the book? 14. How can Psalm 1's vision of immediate justice be reconciled with biblical accounts like Job, where the righteous suffer while the wicked seem to prosper? Discussion Questions 1. How does Elihu's commitment to impartiality challenge our own biases in daily interactions and judgments?2. In what ways can flattery be harmful in personal and professional relationships, and how can we avoid it? 3. How can we seek and apply God's wisdom in situations where human understanding falls short? 4. What are some practical ways to cultivate the courage to speak truth in love, especially in challenging circumstances? 5. How can we ensure that our actions and decisions are more aligned with seeking God's approval rather than the approval of others?1. What does Elihu’s reaction to Job and his friends tell you about the role of righteous anger in calling out perceived errors or injustice? 2. How does Elihu challenge traditional wisdom that age equals wisdom? How does this apply in today’s society? 3. Why did Elihu choose to remain silent until this point in the narrative? What does this teach us about the value of listening before speaking? 4. What prompted Elihu to finally break his silence? 5. Elihu asserts that wisdom comes from the breath of the Almighty. How does this contrast with the arguments of Job’s friends? 6. In what ways can younger generations today, like Elihu, express their insights or frustrations about contemporary issues? 7. How can Elihu's insistence on speaking truth, without partiality or flattery, be applied in today’s social, political, or religious discussions? 8. What does Elihu's speech tell us about his character and his faith in God? 9. Compare the responses of Job’s friends and Elihu to Job’s suffering. What different perspectives do they offer on Job's situation? 10. Elihu waited patiently for the elders to speak before voicing his thoughts. How does this chapter inform the balance between respect for elder wisdom and the fresh insights of the younger generation? 11. Elihu was young, yet he brought a fresh perspective. How can the Church harness the insights of the younger generation? 12. What does this chapter tell us about God’s choice of vessels to relay His wisdom? 13. Elihu feared attributing injustice to God. How should this fear guide our reactions to suffering and calamity? 14. What does Elihu's frustration with Job's friends teach us about the dangers of false consolation and wrong theology? 15. Elihu describes his urge to speak as a pressure. Have you ever felt a similar urge to voice your understanding of God’s truth? How did you respond? 16. How does Elihu's introduction prepare us for his forthcoming speeches in the next chapters? 17. How does Elihu's approach differ from that of Job's friends when challenging Job’s self-righteousness? 18. If Elihu were part of a modern discussion about suffering and God's justice, how might his arguments be received? 19. How does this chapter highlight the importance of understanding God’s character before making assumptions or judgments about His actions? 20. Considering Elihu's perspective, how should we approach conversations about God's justice, especially when interacting with people who may have misconceptions about Him? Links Job 32:21 NIVJob 32:21 NLT Job 32:21 ESV Job 32:21 NASB Job 32:21 KJV Job 32:21 Commentaries Bible Hub |



