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Job 3:20

The Pulpit Commentary on Job 3:20

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

Two marvels that are no mysteries.

I. LIVING MEN ARE OFTEN MISERABLE.

1. Surprising; when we consider

2. Not inexplicable; when we remember

II. MISERABLE MEN OFTEN CONTINUE LIVING.

1. Astonishing; if we reflect upon

2. Not insoluble; if we recollect

(a) to glorify God, by exhibiting his power in sustaining them, and his grace in giving them opportunity to improve;

(b) to benefit themselves, by allowing time for suffering, if possible, to perfect them in obedience; and, supposing this end attained,

(c) to instruct their fellows how to bear and how to profit by affliction.

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