Reconcile now and be at peace with Him; thereby good will come to you. Reconcile nowThe Hebrew root for "reconcile" is "סָכַן" (sakan), which implies becoming familiar or accustomed to something. In the context of Job, this word suggests a call to align oneself with God's ways and wisdom. Historically, reconciliation with God is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, emphasizing the need for repentance and restoration of a right relationship with the Creator. This call to immediate action ("now") underscores the urgency and importance of turning towards God without delay, reflecting a timeless truth that remains relevant for believers today. and be at peace with Him
The phrase "be at peace" comes from the Hebrew word "שָׁלוֹם" (shalom), which encompasses not just the absence of conflict but a state of completeness, welfare, and harmony. In the ancient Near Eastern context, peace with God was seen as the ultimate blessing, a state where one lives in accordance with divine order and purpose. This peace is not merely external but deeply internal, affecting the heart and soul. The exhortation to be at peace with God implies a surrender to His will, trusting in His sovereignty and goodness. thereby good will come to you
The word "good" in Hebrew is "טוֹב" (tov), which signifies that which is beneficial, pleasant, or desirable. In the biblical narrative, goodness is often associated with God's favor and blessings. The promise that "good will come to you" serves as an assurance that aligning oneself with God and His purposes leads to a life marked by His blessings. This reflects a principle found throughout Scripture: obedience to God brings about His favor and the fulfillment of His promises. Historically, this was a message of hope and encouragement to the faithful, affirming that God's goodness is a reward for those who seek Him earnestly. Persons / Places / Events 1. Job- A man described as blameless and upright, who feared God and shunned evil. He is the central figure in the Book of Job, experiencing intense suffering and questioning the reasons behind it. 2. Eliphaz the Temanite- One of Job's three friends who comes to comfort him. In this chapter, Eliphaz is speaking to Job, urging him to reconcile with God. 3. Teman- A region in Edom, known for its wise men. Eliphaz is identified as a Temanite, suggesting he is considered wise and knowledgeable. 4. God- The central divine figure in the Book of Job, whose sovereignty and justice are explored throughout the account. 5. The Dialogue- The ongoing conversation between Job and his friends, which forms the bulk of the Book of Job, exploring themes of suffering, justice, and divine wisdom. Teaching Points Reconciliation with GodThe Hebrew word for "reconcile" (sakhan) implies becoming familiar or accustomed to God. This suggests an ongoing relationship rather than a one-time event. Reconciliation is not just about resolving conflict but involves a deep, personal relationship with God. Peace as a Result of ReconciliationTrue peace (shalom) is more than the absence of conflict; it encompasses wholeness, well-being, and harmony with God. Pursuing peace with God leads to a life marked by His goodness and blessings. The Promise of GoodnessThe promise that "good will come to you" is contingent upon reconciliation and peace with God. This reflects the biblical principle that obedience and alignment with God's will bring blessings. The Role of RepentanceReconciliation often requires repentance, a turning away from sin and a turning towards God. This is a crucial step in experiencing peace and goodness. The Importance of Wise CounselWhile Eliphaz's advice is not entirely accurate in Job's context, it highlights the importance of seeking wise, godly counsel in times of distress. Bible Study Questions 1. What does it mean to "reconcile" with God in your daily life, and how can you actively pursue this reconciliation? 2. How does the concept of peace in Job 22:21 compare to the peace described in other parts of the Bible, such as Philippians 4:7? 3. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's goodness as a result of aligning your life with His will. How did this impact your faith journey? 4. In what ways can repentance play a role in your reconciliation with God, and how can you incorporate this practice into your spiritual life? 5. How can you discern wise counsel from others, and what steps can you take to ensure that the advice you follow aligns with biblical principles? Connections to Other Scriptures James 4:8- This verse encourages believers to draw near to God, promising that He will draw near to them. It echoes the call to reconciliation and peace with God found in Job 22:21. Isaiah 1:18- God invites His people to reason together with Him, promising forgiveness and cleansing. 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People Eliphaz, Job, OphirPlaces Ophir, UzTopics Acquaint, Agree, Increase, Peace, Prosperity, Reconcile, Relation, Thereby, Thyself, Undertakings, YieldDictionary of Bible Themes Job 22:21 5763 attitudes, positive to God
5959 submission
6701 peace, search for Job 22:21-22 6703 peace, divine OT Library December 29 Morning
Understanding what the will of the Lord is.--EPH. 5:17. This is the will of God, even your sanctification.--Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come unto thee.--This is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.--We know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal …
Anonymous—Daily Light on the Daily PathKnowledge and Peace
'Acquaint now thyself with Him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come unto thee.'--JOB xxii. 21. In the sense in which the speaker meant them, these words are not true. They mean little more than 'It pays to be religious.' What kind of notion of acquaintance with God Eliphaz may have had, one scarcely knows, but at any rate, the whole meaning of the text on his lips is poor and selfish. The peace promised is evidently only outward tranquillity and freedom from trouble, and the good that is to …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture What Life May be Made
'For then shalt thou have thy delight in the Almighty, and shalt lift up thy face unto God. 27. Thou shalt make thy prayer unto Him, and He shall hear thee, and thou shalt pay thy vows. 28. Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways. 29. When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, ... lifting up; and He shall save the humble person.'--JOB xxii. 26-29. These words are a fragment of one of the speeches of Job's friends, in which …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Whether all Things are under Divine Providence
Whether All Things are under Divine Providence We proceed to the second article thus: 1. It seems that not all things are under divine providence. For nothing that is ordained happens contingently, and if all things were provided by God, nothing would happen contingently. There would then be no such thing as chance or fortune. But this is contrary to common opinion. 2. Again, every wise provider, so far as he is able, preserves those in his care from defect and from evil. But we see many evils in …
Aquinas—Nature and Grace Whether God is Everywhere by Essence, Presence and Power?
Objection 1: It seems that the mode of God's existence in all things is not properly described by way of essence, presence and power. For what is by essence in anything, is in it essentially. But God is not essentially in things; for He does not belong to the essence of anything. Therefore it ought not to be said that God is in things by essence, presence and power. Objection 2: Further, to be present in anything means not to be absent from it. Now this is the meaning of God being in things by His …
Saint Thomas Aquinas—Summa Theologica Whether Everything is Subject to the Providence of God?
Objection 1: It seems that everything is not subject to divine providence. For nothing foreseen can happen by chance. If then everything was foreseen by God, nothing would happen by chance. And thus hazard and luck would disappear; which is against common opinion. Objection 2: Further, a wise provider excludes any defect or evil, as far as he can, from those over whom he has a care. But we see many evils existing. Either, then, God cannot hinder these, and thus is not omnipotent; or else He does …
Saint Thomas Aquinas—Summa Theologica The Doctrine of God
I. THE EXISTENCE OF GOD: (Vs. Atheism). 1. ASSUMED BY THE SCRIPTURES. 2. PROOFS OF THE EXISTENCE OF GOD. a) Universal belief in the Existence of God. b) Cosmological:--Argument from Cause. c) Teleological:--Argument from Design. d) Ontological:--Argument from Being. e) Anthropological:--Moral Argument. f) Argument from Congruity. g) Argument from Scripture. II. THE NATURE OF GOD: (Vs. Agnosticism) 1. THE SPIRITUALITY OF GOD: (Vs. Materialism). 2. THE PERSONALITY OF GOD: (Vs. Pantheism). 3. THE UNITY …
Rev. William Evans—The Great Doctrines of the Bible The Case of the Christian under the Hiding of God's Face.
1. The phrase scriptural.--2. It signifies the withdrawing the tokens of the divine favor.--3 chiefly as to spiritual considerations.--4. This may become the case of any Christian.--5. and will be found a very sorrowful one.--6. The following directions, therefore, are given to those who suppose it to be their own: To inquire whether it be indeed a case of spiritual distress, or whether a disconsolate frame may not proceed from indisposition of body,--7. or difficulties as to worldly circumstances.--8, …
Philip Doddridge—The Rise and Progress of Religion in the Soul Bands of Love; Or, Union to Christ. "I Drew them with Cords of a Man, with Bands of Love: and I was to them as they that Take Off the Yoke on their Jaws, and I Laid Meat unto Them. " --Hosea xi. 4.
BANDS OF LOVE; OR, UNION TO CHRIST. SYSTEMATIC theologians have usually regarded union to Christ under three aspects, natural, mystical and federal, and it may be that these three terms are comprehensive enough to embrace the whole subject, but as our aim is simplicity, let us be pardoned if we appear diffuse when we follow a less concise method. 1. The saints were from the beginning joined to Christ by bands of everlasting love. Before He took on Him their nature, or brought them into a conscious …
Charles Hadden Spurgeon—Till He Come A Holy Life the Beauty of Christianity: Or, an Exhortation to Christians to be Holy. By John Bunyan.
Holiness becometh thine house, O Lord, for ever.'--[Psalm 93:5] London, by B. W., for Benj. Alsop, at the Angel and Bible, in the Poultrey. 1684. THE EDITOR'S ADVERTISEMENT. This is the most searching treatise that has ever fallen under our notice. It is an invaluable guide to those sincere Christians, who, under a sense of the infinite importance of the salvation of an immortal soul, and of the deceitfulness of their hearts, sigh and cry, "O Lord of hosts, that judgest righteously, that triest …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Covenanting Enforced by the Grant of Covenant Signs and Seals.
To declare emphatically that the people of God are a covenant people, various signs were in sovereignty vouchsafed. The lights in the firmament of heaven were appointed to be for signs, affording direction to the mariner, the husbandman, and others. Miracles wrought on memorable occasions, were constituted signs or tokens of God's universal government. The gracious grant of covenant signs was made in order to proclaim the truth of the existence of God's covenant with his people, to urge the performance …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting Epistle xxxix. To Eulogius, Patriarch of Alexandria.
To Eulogius, Patriarch of Alexandria. Gregory to Eulogius, &c. As cold water to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country (Prov. xxv. 25). But what can be good news to me, so far as concerns the behoof of holy Church, but to hear of the health and safety of your to me most sweet Holiness, who, from your perception of the light of truth, both illuminate the same Church with the word of preaching, and mould it to a better way by the example of your manners? As often, too, as I recall in …
Saint Gregory the Great—the Epistles of Saint Gregory the Great Covenanting According to the Purposes of God.
Since every revealed purpose of God, implying that obedience to his law will be given, is a demand of that obedience, the announcement of his Covenant, as in his sovereignty decreed, claims, not less effectively than an explicit law, the fulfilment of its duties. A representation of a system of things pre-determined in order that the obligations of the Covenant might be discharged; various exhibitions of the Covenant as ordained; and a description of the children of the Covenant as predestinated …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting Job
The book of Job is one of the great masterpieces of the world's literature, if not indeed the greatest. The author was a man of superb literary genius, and of rich, daring, and original mind. The problem with which he deals is one of inexhaustible interest, and his treatment of it is everywhere characterized by a psychological insight, an intellectual courage, and a fertility and brilliance of resource which are nothing less than astonishing. Opinion has been divided as to how the book should be …
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