Summary
Job 25:1–3 – God’s majesty and rule
What happens: Bildad says dominion and fear belong to God. He rules the heights and his armies are without number. His light shines on all.
What it means: God is infinitely great and commands all powers. His holiness fills creation. Reverence is right in his presence.
Job 25:4–6 – Man’s smallness before a holy God
What happens: Bildad asks how a man can be righteous before God. He says even the moon is not bright compared to God. Man is small and impure in himself.
What it means: Before a holy God, no one stands by merit. We need mercy and cleansing. Truth becomes a weapon, however, when turned against a suffering innocent.
Application
- Cultivate reverence for God’s majesty.
- Rely on God’s mercy, not your record.
- Refuse to use true doctrines to condemn without cause.
