Connect Job 23:6 with another scripture about God's strength and fairness. Core verses • Job 23:6 – “Would He contend with me with great power? No, He would surely pay attention to me.” • Psalm 62:11-12 – “God has spoken once; I have heard this twice: that power belongs to God, and loving devotion to You, Lord. For You will repay each man according to his deeds.” What Job Recognizes about God • Supreme strength: Job knows God has “great power.” • Personal fairness: Job expects God to “pay attention” rather than crush him. • Implied invitation: Job dares to bring his case, certain the Almighty listens. How Psalm 62 Echoes and Expands • “Power belongs to God” — confirms Job’s view of unlimited strength. • “Loving devotion … You will repay each man” — balances might with measured justice. • Double declaration (“spoken once… heard twice”) — underlines unchanging certainty. Threads That Tie the Two Texts Together • Strength without tyranny – God’s omnipotence never overrides His righteous character (cf. Deuteronomy 32:4). • Personal attention – The Judge of all remains attentive to individual cries (cf. 1 Peter 5:7). • Perfect fairness – Repayment “according to deeds” ensures impartial justice (Romans 2:6). Take-Home Reflections • Approach confidently: God’s strength will not steamroll sincere seekers. • Rest securely: The same hand that wields power also holds steadfast love. • Live responsibly: Knowing He “repays,” choose obedience and integrity today. |
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