Chapter Summary

God's challenge to Job continued.

Discussion Questions for Job, Chapter 39

1. What animals are talked about in this chapter? How does The Lord describe them? Why did he ask Job about them?
2. What parallels and contrasts do you see among the animals The Lord talks about in this chapter?
3. How does dwelling on the way God made animals impact your understanding of Him?
4. How does this chapter embody the theme of human limitation? How can you apply this theme in your life? How does it draw you closer to The Lord?
5. What does The Lord want Job to understand as He shares about His creation? How do you understand God’s heart in this chapter?
6. Which animal description stood out the most to you? Why?
7. Do you ever dwell on God’s creation? If not, share what complexities in the world shape your understanding of God. If yes, share how you personally feel when you dwell on The Lord’s creation. What creation makes you feel most in awe of Him? What creation teaches you the most about Him? Why?
8. How might this chapter impact the way you care for a hurting friend?
9. What does this chapter reveal about God’s heart for His creation? How can that shape your heart for His creation?
10. What does this chapter teach you about Humility? What does it teach you about comfort?

Key Words/Phrase

Challenge, v. 1.

Characters

God, Job.

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