Job 38:35 Meaning and Explanation
“Canst thou send lightnings, that they may go, and say unto thee, Here we are?”
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Read Full Chapter →God asks whether Job can dispatch the lightning bolts so that they report to him, ready to obey.
What Does Job 38:35 Mean?
God asks whether Job can send out the lightnings as messengers, so that they go where he directs and answer, Here we are, ready for orders. The lightning serves God as a willing servant, not Job.
The picture is striking: the elements themselves stand at God's command like attendants awaiting his word. Such authority belongs to the Creator alone. For those who feel powerless before the forces of the world, this is quiet assurance. The lightning that no human can command runs at God's bidding, and that same sovereign Lord bends all his power toward the good of those who are his.
Frequently Asked Questions About Job 38:35
What does Job 38:35 mean?
God asks whether Job can dispatch the lightning bolts so that they report to him, ready to obey.