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Job Chapter 32: Elihu Rebukes Job's Friends
This chapter emphasizes the importance of listening and the value of wisdom regardless of a person's age. It points out how true wisdom comes from God not from age or from human understanding alone. Elihu is a younger man who is listening to the debate between Job and his friends. He is angered by Job's self justification and Job's friends failed attempts to refute him. Elihu held back out of respect for his elders, but feels compelled to speak because of his belief that God gives wisdom to anyone no matter what their age is.
Elihu's Frustration Grows (Vs 1-5)
*Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar stops arguing because Job is righteous in his own eyes.
*Elihu, son of Barakel the Buzite, is introduced in this chapter. He becomes angry.
*Elihu is angry with Job for justifying himself and at Job's friends for not being able to find an answer, and condemning Job.
Elihu Breaks His Silence (Vs 6-10)
*Elihu is the youngest among Job and his friends. He stays quiet out of respect for them being his elders and having wisdom.
*Elihu believes wisdom comes from God Almighty and not from age or experience alone.
Elihu Criticizes Job's Friends (Vs 11-22)
*Elihu is disappointed with the three friends of Job and expresses it to them.
*Elihu listened attentively but was not convinced by their words.
*Elihu gives a different perspective.
*Elihu fears attributing injustice to God, so he takes his turn to speak without showing partiality.
*Elihu emphasizes that he will speak to relieve the pressure he feels and promises to speak the truth only.
Observation and Takeaways:
-Wisdom is from God and not just from age or experience
-It is important to seek God's divine insight when having discussions and making decisions. The Holy Spirit will give us guidance to know when and what to speak
-It is good to be respectful to others, especially those who are older than us
-We can pray daily for the Holy Spirit to give us wisdom, especially for complex situations
-We can be encouraged and speak with confidence as God lead us to. God is able to use our words for His purpose.
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Hallelujah! Amen 🙏🏾
One core lesson from Job 32 is that wisdom is not confined to age or experience, but comes from the breath of God—the Spirit who gives insight. Elihu represents the voice of the next generation, reminding us that God can raise up unexpected messengers to speak truth, especially when others fall short.
This chapter challenges assumptions that spiritual authority always comes with seniority, and encourages humility for both the old and the young: the old should remain teachable, and the young should speak only when led by the Spirit, not by ego.
It also teaches that righteous indignation has a place when truth is being mishandled—but it must be expressed with reverence, clarity, and the intent to restore rather than to wound. Elihu models how passion for justice and truth can inspire action when rooted in a heart that seeks God's glory above all.