◄ Job 35:9 ►
Men cry out under great oppression; they plead for relief from the arm of the mighty. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Job 35:9? 2. How does Job 35:9 highlight the human response to oppression and suffering? 3. What does Job 35:9 teach about seeking God during times of distress? 4. How can we apply Job 35:9 to our prayer life in hardship? 5. How does Job 35:9 connect with Psalm 34:17 on God's response to cries? 6. What practical steps can we take to trust God amid oppression, per Job 35:9? 7. How does Job 35:9 address the problem of human suffering and divine justice? 8. Why does God allow oppression and suffering as mentioned in Job 35:9? 9. What is the historical context of Job 35:9 in the Book of Job? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Job 35? 11. Why does Job 35:9 imply people cry out but receive no answer, contradicting verses elsewhere describing divine rescue? 12. In Job 9:4, how can an all-powerful God allow innocent suffering if He is truly wise and mighty? 13. In Job 24:12, why does it seem like God remains silent in the face of rampant oppression, clashing with other biblical passages where God intervenes? 14. What is demonic oppression and how can it be overcome? Discussion Questions 1. How does Job 35:9 reflect the broader theme of suffering and justice in the Book of Job? 2. In what ways can believers today respond to the cries of the oppressed, both in prayer and action? 3. How does understanding God's awareness of oppression impact your view of current injustices in the world? 4. What lessons can we learn from the persistence of the oppressed in seeking relief, as seen in other biblical examples? 5. How can we reconcile the existence of oppression with the belief in a just and sovereign God? 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 35:9 NIV Job 35:9 NLT Job 35:9 ESV Job 35:9 NASB Job 35:9 KJV Job 35:9 Commentaries Bible Hub