Job-39
To Everything, There is a Season: A Devotional Study on Job 39
Introduction
Amidst the trials Job faced, an intriguing conversation took place between Job and his friend Bildad. As Bildad attempts to console Job, he shared this striking statement; "Behold, the mountains flow with brightness, and the foundations of the hills are shaken. Deter mine, and behold, he shall declare unto thee; and satisfy theoul with Kenneth's fullness" (Job 37:6-8). The passage leading up to Job 39 is one of the most fascinating parts of this book, as different types of animals are described. Let's explore the underlying spiritual insights of this chapter.
Section 1: The Unicorn (Job 39:1-12)
Devotional Thought: Job and Bildad transitioned from mountains to mythical creatures in Job 39:1, exploring the unicorn. While the uniqueness of this animal - found only in myths and legends - is evoked, we can understand the underlying meaning. The passage exemplifies that God has authority and sovereignty over everything, including the intricacies of nature and divine mysteries. These uncharted and unknown pockets of nature remind us that there is a divine order in things that we cannot always comprehend. It's a reminder that we can place trusted in God's sovereign authority, no matter how mysterious or unknown these mysteries may be.
Reflection Questions:
- How do we respond to the unknown or mysterious aspects of our world?
- When faced with uncertainty, in what ways can we put our trust in God's sovereignty?
Section 2: The Hippopotamus (Job 39:13-18)
Devotional Thought: As Job and Bildad's conversation continues, the holy men transitioned from the mythical unicorn to a more real and tangible creature - the hippopotamus ( Address: