◄ Job 22:24 ►
and consign your gold to the dust and the gold of Ophir to the stones of the ravines, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Job 22:24? 2. How can we "consign your gold to the dust" in our lives today? 3. What does Job 22:24 teach about valuing God over material wealth? 4. How does Matthew 6:19-21 relate to Job 22:24's message on treasures? 5. In what ways can we prioritize spiritual riches over earthly possessions? 6. How can Job 22:24 inspire us to trust God with our resources? 7. What does Job 22:24 mean by "gold of Ophir" in a historical context? 8. How does Job 22:24 relate to the theme of wealth in the Bible? 9. What is the significance of "lay your gold in the dust" in Job 22:24? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 22? 11. What is Ophir's significance in the Bible? 12. In 1 Kings 9:26–28, Solomon’s fleet sailed to Ophir for gold; does any evidence confirm the location of Ophir or the plausibility of these voyages? 13. 2 Chronicles 3:5-6 - Is there any historical or archaeological evidence that so much gold was ever used in a single building project? 14. In Job 24:2, is the reference to moving boundary stones historically accurate, or does it conflict with other accounts of ancient property laws? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of "gold to the dust" challenge our modern views on wealth and success? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our priorities align with the biblical teaching of valuing spiritual wealth over material wealth? 3. How can the account of Job and the advice of Eliphaz help us understand the role of suffering and prosperity in our spiritual journey? 4. What practical steps can we take to store up treasures in heaven, as Jesus teaches in the Sermon on the Mount? 5. How can we apply the lessons from Job 22:24 to our daily lives, especially in a culture that often equates success with material wealth? Job 22 Bible Study Questions 1. Eliphaz asserts in verse 2 that a man cannot be profitable to God. What does this statement imply about our relationship with God? 2. How does Eliphaz's accusation of Job in verses 6-9 mirror or differ from the present-day societal assumptions about people in suffering? 3. How does the belief in God's omnipresence, as emphasized in verses 12-14, affect your personal faith and understanding of divine justice? 4. Can you recall a situation where you, like Eliphaz, jumped to conclusions about someone's situation without understanding their circumstances fully? How would you handle it differently now? 5. How do Eliphaz's words about the power of repentance (verses 21-30) resonate with your understanding of repentance in your personal faith journey? 6. What are the potential dangers of the kind of "comfort" that Eliphaz offers Job in this chapter? How can we avoid such pitfalls in our own attempts to comfort others? 7. In verse 28, Eliphaz mentions that decisions will be established if Job returns to God. How does this resonate with your personal understanding of the effects of repentance and righteousness? 8. What does Job 22 teach us about the role of humility in our relationship with God? 9. How should we respond when someone accuses us wrongly as Eliphaz did to Job? 10. Eliphaz implies that righteousness leads to prosperity (verse 24-25). How does this view compare to Jesus' teaching on wealth and righteousness in the New Testament? 11. How does Eliphaz's speech in this chapter inform our understanding of theodicy, the justice of God? 12. Can suffering always be linked to specific sins as Eliphaz suggests? How does this align or conflict with your understanding of suffering in the world? 13. In verse 21, Eliphaz encourages Job to 'submit to God'. How can this advice be applied constructively in your life, even if Eliphaz's intentions may be misguided? 14. How does the narrative in Job 22 challenge our understanding of 'prosperity gospel' which suggests that good things always happen to righteous people? 15. What do the harsh accusations and lack of empathy displayed by Eliphaz teach us about how not to respond to people's suffering? 16. How can we reconcile the love and compassion of God with the destructive punishments that Eliphaz warns about in this chapter? 17. How does Job 22 shed light on the importance of spiritual discernment when listening to advice from others? 18. Is there any part of Eliphaz's speech that you agree with? Why or why not? 19. How does Job 22 inform our understanding of divine justice and human suffering? 20. How can we apply the lessons from Job 22 in our daily life and in our interactions with people who are suffering? Links Job 22:24 NIV Job 22:24 NLT Job 22:24 ESV Job 22:24 NASB Job 22:24 KJV Job 22:24 Commentaries Bible Hub