Job 37: Consider the Wondrous Works of God

Elihu's heart trembles at the thunder of God's voice. God sends lightning to the ends of the earth, says to the snow, Fall on the earth, and freezes the waters by His breath. Elihu says, Listen to this, Job. Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God. He asks whether Job knows how God controls the clouds. He ends, We can't reach the Almighty. He is exalted in power. In justice and great righteousness, he will not oppress. Therefore men revere him.

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¹ “Yes, at this my heart trembles, and is moved out of its place.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
² Hear, oh, hear the noise of his voice, the sound that goes out of his mouth.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
³ He sends it out under the whole sky, and his lightning to the ends of the earth.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
⁴ After it a voice roars. He thunders with the voice of his majesty. He doesn’t hold back anything when his voice is heard.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
⁵ God thunders marvelously with his voice. He does great things, which we can’t comprehend.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
⁶ For he says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth,’ likewise to the shower of rain, and to the showers of his mighty rain.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
⁷ He seals up the hand of every man, that all men whom he has made may know it.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
⁸ Then the animals take cover, and remain in their dens.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
⁹ Out of its room comes the storm, and cold out of the north.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹⁰ By the breath of God, ice is given, and the width of the waters is frozen.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹¹ Yes, he loads the thick cloud with moisture. He spreads abroad the cloud of his lightning.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹² It is turned around by his guidance, that they may do whatever he commands them on the surface of the habitable world,This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹³ whether it is for correction, or for his land, or for loving kindness, that he causes it to come.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹⁴ “Listen to this, Job. Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹⁵ Do you know how God controls them, and causes the lightning of his cloud to shine?This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹⁶ Do you know the workings of the clouds, the wondrous works of him who is perfect in knowledge?This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹⁷ You whose clothing is warm when the earth is still by reason of the south wind?This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹⁸ Can you, with him, spread out the sky, which is strong as a cast metal mirror?This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
¹⁹ Teach us what we will tell him, for we can’t make our case by reason of darkness.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
²⁰ Will it be told him that I would speak? Or should a man wish that he were swallowed up?This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
²¹ Now men don’t see the light which is bright in the skies, but the wind passes, and clears them.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
²² Out of the north comes golden splendor. With God is awesome majesty.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
²³ We can’t reach the Almighty. He is exalted in power. In justice and great righteousness, he will not oppress.This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.
²⁴ Therefore men revere him. He doesn’t regard any who are wise of heart.”This verse is not in this translation's source text (many modern translations omit it). See your Bible's footnote.

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Job 37 · Preschool

Snow and Rain

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Color the snow and the rain! God tells the snow to fall.

Can you find these in the picture? Circle each one!

Bible Verse

“For he says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth,’ likewise to the shower of rain, and to the showers of his mighty rain.”

Job 37:6 (WEB)

Prayer

Thank You, God, for making me!

Take It Home

Read the verse aloud. Say: God tells the snow and the rain where to fall. God made the weather. Let's thank God for His wonderful works.

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Job 37 · Grade 4

With God Is Awesome Majesty

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Read and Think

As a storm gathered, Elihu said, at this my heart trembles. Hear, oh, hear the noise of his voice. God sends His lightning to the ends of the earth. God thunders marvelously with his voice. He does great things, which we can't comprehend.

God commands the weather. He says to the snow, Fall on the earth. By the breath of God, ice is given, and the width of the waters is frozen. The animals take cover. God loads the thick cloud with moisture and guides the clouds wherever He commands.

Elihu said, Listen to this, Job. Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God. Do you know how God controls them? Out of the north comes golden splendor. With God is awesome majesty. We can't reach the Almighty, yet in justice and great righteousness, he will not oppress. Elihu said some true things about God, but he was also too harsh with Job, and God Himself has the final word.

Show What You Know

What did Elihu say about the thunder?
What does God's breath do?
What did Elihu ask Job?
What did Elihu say about God's justice?

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thundersGodvoiceicesnow

Hear, oh, hear the noise of his .
sends His lightning to the ends of the earth.
God marvelously with his voice.
He says to the , Fall on the earth.
By the breath of God, is given, and the width of the waters is frozen.

Think About It

Elihu told Job to stand still and consider God's works. What part of God's creation makes you stop and wonder?
God controls the snow and rain. How does knowing God controls the weather help you trust Him with your worries?

Memory Verse

“Listen to this, Job. Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.

Job 37:14 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for snow, rain, and all Your works. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

For what purposes does God guide the clouds?
How do Elihu's questions prepare for chapter 38?

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Job 37 · Grade 5

Stand Still and Consider

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Read and Think

Elihu's final words come as a storm approaches. Yes, at this my heart trembles, and is moved out of its place. Hear, oh, hear the noise of his voice. God sends His lightning to the ends of the earth. After it a voice roars. He thunders with the voice of his majesty. God thunders marvelously with his voice. He does great things, which we can't comprehend.

Elihu describes God's rule over the seasons. For he says to the snow, Fall on the earth, likewise to the shower of rain. He seals up the hand of every man, that all men whom he has made may know it. Then the animals take cover. By the breath of God, ice is given. The clouds are turned around by his guidance, whether for correction, for his land, or for loving kindness.

Elihu calls Job to wonder: Listen to this, Job. Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God. Do you know the workings of the clouds? Can you, with him, spread out the sky? Out of the north comes golden splendor. With God is awesome majesty. We can't reach the Almighty. He is exalted in power. In justice and great righteousness, he will not oppress. Elihu's questions about creation prepare the way for God's own questions, which begin when Yahweh answers Job out of the whirlwind. Elihu said some true things about God, but he was also too harsh with Job, and God Himself has the final word.

Show What You Know

What happens to Elihu's heart as the storm approaches?
What does God say to the snow?
For what purposes are the clouds guided?
What does Elihu call Job to do?
What do Elihu's questions prepare for?

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God ____ marvelously with his voice.
Stand still, and consider the ____ works of God.

Down

By the breath of God, ____ is given
With God is awesome ____.
For he says to the ____, Fall on the earth

Think About It

Elihu asked Job to stand still and consider. Why is it sometimes better to be still and wonder than to talk?
Elihu said God guides clouds for correction or for loving kindness. How do you see God's loving kindness in nature?

Memory Verse

“Listen to this, Job. Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.

Job 37:14 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for snow, rain, and all Your works. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

What part of creation makes you stop and wonder?
Why is it sometimes better to be still than to talk?
What is one way you could live out this chapter this week?

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Job 37: Consider the Wondrous Works of God

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With God Is Awesome Majesty

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