How can what happened to Job be just? From the start, the heavenly court ruled he was “blameless and upright” (Job 1:8), so how is this book about justice?
We expect God to reward those who do right, and punish those who do evil. God seems to be doing something else. The Book of Job explores the disconnect between our view of justice and God’s.
Job says God has denied him justice (27:1). His friends say that’s unthinkable (8:3; 34:12). God says, “You say you don’t understand how I’m running the world? You’re right: you don’t understand how I’m running the world.”
So what is God doing if it’s not retribution?
The book ends with God reconciling with Job. Then God and Job reconcile with the others, not treating them according to their folly (42:8). Is divine justice about restoration rather than retribution?
Over six Wednesday evenings in October/November 2026, we’ll read the drama of Job to understand how God’s justice differs from ours. If you live in Perth (Western Australia), register and we’ll save you a seat. If not, you’re welcome to download the notes (provided ahead of time) and podcasts (provided after each event). Either way, there’s no charge.
