◄ Job 35:2 ►
"Do you think this is just? You say, 'I am more righteous than God.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Job 35:2? 2. How does Job 35:2 challenge our understanding of self-righteousness before God? 3. What does Elihu's question reveal about human justice compared to God's righteousness? 4. How can Job 35:2 guide us in evaluating our own righteousness claims? 5. In what ways does Job 35:2 connect with Romans 3:23 on human sinfulness? 6. How should Job 35:2 influence our approach to seeking justice in daily life? 7. How does Job 35:2 challenge the idea of human righteousness before God? 8. What does Job 35:2 imply about human justice compared to divine justice? 9. How does Job 35:2 address the concept of self-righteousness? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 35? 11. Are there any historical or archaeological evidences supporting Elihu’s claim that God always judges fairly in Job 35? 12. How can a just God allow the innocent to suffer alongside the wicked, as implied in Job 35:14-16? 13. In Job 10:2, why does Job challenge God to clarify his wrongdoing if God is all-knowing and just? 14. If God is truly the 'God of vengeance' (Psalm 94:1), why has so much evil throughout history gone seemingly unpunished? Discussion Questions 1. How does Elihu's challenge to Job in Job 35:2 help us understand the concept of righteousness before God? 2. In what ways does the Book of Job challenge the traditional view of retributive justice, and how can this inform our understanding of suffering? 3. How can we apply the lesson of humility before God in our daily lives, especially when we face trials or feel wronged? 4. What are some practical ways to cultivate trust in God's justice and character, even when we do not understand our circumstances? 5. How do the teachings in Romans 3:23 and Philippians 3:9 help us reconcile our understanding of righteousness with the message in Job 35:2? Job 35 Bible Study Questions 1. What was Elihu's argument about the impact of human actions on God in verses 4-8? How does this align with your understanding of God's nature? 2. In verse 9, why do you think people often cry out under oppression, but do not seek God? 3. How does Elihu's discourse in Job 35 challenge your perception of Divine Justice? 4. How does this chapter speak to the problem of evil and suffering in the world today? 5. Can you think of examples in your life where you felt like Job, believing that righteousness should prevent suffering? 6. How can you apply Elihu’s argument about the consequence of sin and the benefit of righteousness to your life? 7. Based on verse 16, how can speaking without knowledge cause a person to attribute unjust deeds to God? 8. What lessons can we learn from Elihu's discourse on how to approach God during times of suffering? 9. How do the themes of divine justice and human understanding affect your perception of God's role in your life? 10. Elihu says our actions affect those around us. Can you think of any examples in your life where your actions had significant impacts on others? 11. How does the concept of God's transcendence, as portrayed in Job 35, comfort or challenge you? 12. In what ways could you relate Job's predicament in Job 35 to present-day situations? 13. In your opinion, how does Job 35 enrich your understanding of God's character? 14. How can Job 35 guide you when you face seemingly unanswered prayers? 15. How does Elihu's message about humility and acknowledgement of God's providence apply to the current world? 16. What does Elihu's discourse teach about the correct perspective on human suffering? 17. How can Elihu's argument help you deal with feelings of injustice in your life? 18. What practical applications can you derive from Job 35 about managing personal suffering? 19. How can this chapter help you relate to others experiencing suffering and feeling distant from God? 20. How can Elihu's perspective on Divine Justice shape your relationship with God and others in your life? Links Job 35:2 NIV Job 35:2 NLT Job 35:2 ESV Job 35:2 NASB Job 35:2 KJV Job 35:2 Commentaries Bible Hub