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Zophar speaks out of his own spirit of understanding without measuring his ideas against the Word of God given by the Holy Spirit. Zophar admits that the wicked sometimes prosper, but their joy is only momentary. Zophar lines up one example after another as evidence for his point. Along the way, he makes a veiled identification and accusation of Job's sin against the poor. Zophar sees that the wicked man's inheritance from God is suffering, and because Job is suffering, Zophar concludes that Job must be among the wicked.  Rev. John Bussman, pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church and School in Cullman, AL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 20:1-29.  To learn more about St. Paul's in Cullman, visit stpaulscullman.com. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Job responds to Bildad by imploring his friends to stop their torment. Although Job cries out to God, Job hears no answer. Job laments that God has come against him as an enemy and that God has left him all alone. Even in the midst of his suffering, Job makes a glorious confession. He knows that God is his Redeemer who lives and who will raise him bodily as well. Job's resurrection hope is fulfilled in the Lord Jesus Christ.  Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz, pastor at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Oakmont, PA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 19:1-29. To learn more about Redeemer Lutheran in Oakmont, visit redeemer-oakmont.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

As Bildad begins his second speech, he takes exception to Job's apparent conclusion that the three friends are no smarter than cattle. Bildad says that he knows what happens to the wicked. With vivid imagery, Bildad explains to Job that the light of the wicked is extinguished, the strength of the wicked is sapped, and the memory of the wicked is forgotten. Because Job has suffered so horribly, Bildad assumes that Job must be among the most egregiously wicked.  Rev. Phillip Fischaber, pastor at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Walnut, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 18:1-21. To learn more about Holy Trinity in Walnut, visit htlcwalnut.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Job tells his friends that their so-called comfort only adds to his misery. Job's suffering in body and soul has been intense; of course, he calls out to God in his pain! Job particularly desires that a son of man would go as a witness in heaven to present his case before God. Even as Job's friends continue to accuse him in their foolishness, Job holds to the hope that he knows can only be found in God.  Rev. Robert Moeller, Jr., pastor at St. John's Lutheran Church in Britton, SD and St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ferney, SD, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 16:1-17:16.  To learn more about St. John's in Britton, visit stjohnbritton.com. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Eliphaz begins his second speech to Job by accusing Job of spouting off wisdom no better than the wind. Although Eliphaz is convinced Job knows neither the fear nor the council of God, Eliphaz believes he does know such wisdom. Through bullying rhetorical questions, Eliphaz attempts to put Job in his place as one who must be among the wicked. If Job will just listen, Eliphaz claims, Job will learn how things truly go for the wicked in this life. In learning that, Eliphaz believes Job will learn to repent so that his life can be turned around.  Rev. Peter Ill, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Millstadt, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 15:1-35. To learn more about Trinity in Millstadt, visit trinitymillstadt.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

As Job continues his speech in response to Zophar, Job continues to cry out to God. Job knows his life is short; why is God paying so much attention to him? Job sees more hope for a tree that has been cut down than for himself. Yet even in such a low moment, Job recognizes that if God would hide him in death, God could call him forth from death to life. This is Job's hope even as he feels God's face turned against him.  Rev. Caleb Adams, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Bend, OR, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 14:1-22. To learn more about Trinity in Bend, visit saints.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Job continues his response to Zophar, saying that he is aware of the things Zophar has said. What Job desires is an audience before God in the heavenly courtroom. Job knows that his friends are speaking falsely for God, attempting to defend God without knowing His will. Job, on the other hand, puts his hope in God even as he wonders if God is his enemy. Crying out in suffering, Job wants to speak with God, and he wants God to speak with him.  Rev. Jeremiah Johnson, pastor at Glory of Christ Lutheran Church in Plymouth, MN, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 13:1-28. To learn more about Glory of Christ Lutheran, visit gloryofchrist.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

In response to Zophar, Job begins his longest speech so far. He sarcastically replies that his friends must be the only wise men around while Job remains a laughingstock. Yet Job counters that even the animals can see through the folly of his friends. Of course, God is responsible for all things, including Job’s current situation. God alone has wisdom and might and counsel and understanding. His hand cannot be forced by anything that man does. For Job in his suffering, this is a terror. Only through Christ’s suffering and death can God’s sovereignty become a comfort.  Rev. Philip Hoppe, pastor at Trinty Lutheran Church in Colby, KS, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 12:1-25. To learn more about Trinity in Colby, visit trinitycolby.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Job’s third friend, Zophar, takes his first turn to speak. Zophar notes that Job has spoken many words, but Zophar reminds Job that doesn’t mean Job is correct. Zophar questions Job’s claim to be pure and states that Job actually deserves worse punishment. Job may not know the wisdom of the Almighty, but Zophar is sure that he knows. Job just needs to repent, and his life will turn from darkness to light again. Like Eliphaz and Bildad before him, Zophar’s comfort for Job is the exact opposite.  Rev. Doug Minton, pastor-elect of the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection in Waterville, ME and Hope Lutheran Church in Bangor, ME, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 11:1-20. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Job’s complaint again turns freely toward God. He asks God why He oppresses the work of His hands as if He is seeking out the guilt of Job. Job sees no deliverance from the almighty hand of God. Job compares God to a lion on the hunt and an enemy general. If this is the way God is going to act, Job reasons it would be better for him to depart into death’s darkness.  Rev. Dr. Martin Dressler, pastor at Salem Lutheran Church and School in Black Jack, MO, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 10:1-22. To learn more about Salem Lutheran, visit salembjmo.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

As Job responds to Bildad, Job knows that God is just—but he wonders how many can be just before God. He knows that God is the Creator who is far more powerful than any person, but Job cannot interact with God or see what He is doing. Job knows that God will win in a fight every time, and that is what Job feels God is doing against him at this very moment. Job longs for an arbiter to mediate between himself and God, but he does not know who the arbiter might be. In the fullness of time, God has given us this Mediator—Jesus Christ.  Rev. Andy Jagow, pastor at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Rehoboth Beach, DE, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 9:1-35. To learn more about Lutheran Church of Our Savior, visit lcosrehoboth.org/home. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Bildad takes a turn to respond to Job. In tactless and hurtful words, he asserts Job’s children surely got what they deserved. However, if Job will simply admit his wrong and plead for God’s mercy, God is sure to make Job’s latter days great. Bildad believes history proves his point—those who forget God perish, while God does not reject blameless men. Like Eliphaz before him, Bildad only makes matters worse for Job.  Rev. Ryan Ogrodowicz, pastor at Grace Lutheran Church and School in Brenham, TX, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 8:1-22. To learn more about Grace Lutheran in Brenham, visit gracebrenham.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Job’s complaint continues. He compares himself to a slave who works all day yet receives no payment for his labor other than sleepless nights. He turns directly to God with his lament. Job feels God’s gaze upon him as a terror and a nightmare. He wonders why God has made him a target instead of showing mercy and pardon for his iniquities.  Rev. Dustin Beck, pastor at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Warda, TX, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 7:1-21. To learn more about Holy Cross in Warda, visit holycrosswarda.com. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Job responds to Eliphaz. Job’s suffering is real, and his suffering is heavy. Job has no strength of his own remaining, and now his “friends” have proven themselves treacherous. Job calls upon his friends to show real care and concern for him instead of trying to convict him of sin.  Rev. David Appold, pastor at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Paducah, KY, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 6:1-30.  To learn more about St. Paul's in Paducah, visit stpaulpaducah.org. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]

Eliphaz continues his response to Job. He knows from experience that Job’s affliction hasn’t come from nowhere. Eliphaz advises Job to seek God; if Job will do his part in repenting, then Eliphaz is convinced that God will do His part in restoring Job. Eliphaz is sure that he is right, and he smugly tells Job to receive such wisdom for his own good. Throughout his speech, Eliphaz’s platitudes fall quite short of the real comfort Job needs.  Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller, pastor at St. Paul and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Churches in Austin, TX, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Job 5:1-27.  To learn more about St. Paul and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Churches, visit stpaulaustin.org and jesusdeafchurch.com. “There Is a Redeemer” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies the book of Job. The suffering of Job raises important questions. Does man fear God for no reason? Shall we receive good from God, and shall we not receive evil? Who can be an arbiter for man? As this book of wisdom literature wrestles with such questions, God reveals to us that He is our Living Redeemer whom we are right to fear, love, and trust above all things.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Pastor Appel serves at Faith Lutheran Church in Godfrey, IL. Learn more at flcgodfrey.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]